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6-Thioguanine

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donnaHawk
donnaHawk

This is a first for me to go on a forum.  I am wondering if anyone is on 6-thioguanine?  I have been on Pentasa and then had to try Azathioprine.  Unfortunately I am allergic to it and so went back on Pentasa.  I have since had a relapse and my consultant wants me to go on Thioguanine.  The trouble is I am finding it hard to find anyone that has used it as it seems to be used mostly in Leukaemia.  Many thanks

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  • justyna17617
    justyna17617 donnaHawk

    Posted

    Hi donnaHawk,

    I'm starting thioguanine together with humira today and I also find it hard to find any information about it. Have you started your treatment? If so, would you mind sharing your experience? Thank you smile

    • donnaHawk
      donnaHawk justyna17617

      Posted

      Hi

      I have not started yet as waiting for one more test. Please let me know how you get on? Which consultant are you under as my IBD nurse said only two consultants prescribe it and that's why it's difficult to find info

    • justyna17617
      justyna17617 donnaHawk

      Posted

      My consultant is Dr Irving from St Thomas' Hospital. I'll update you in a couple of days smile. Hope it all goes well for you
    • justyna17617
      justyna17617 donnaHawk

      Posted

      My consultant is Dr Irving from St Thomas' Hospital. I'll update you in a couple of days. Hope it all goes well for you
    • donnaHawk
      donnaHawk justyna17617

      Posted

      Oh I hope it does for you too and yes please do let me know. Take care
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