I have been taking Mesacol 1.2, ME 12, and Azoran 50 daily for my Crohn's disease for 2.5 years, but I am now experiencing joint pain and severely low blood counts (hemoglobin levels of 5 to 8). Is it safe to stay on Azoran 50 long-term, and how should I manage my medication when lowering the dose makes my body pain worse? | Apollo Pharmacy

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I have been taking Mesacol 1.2, ME 12, and Azoran 50 daily for my Crohn's disease for 2.5 years, but I am now experiencing joint pain and severely low blood counts (hemoglobin levels of 5 to 8). Is it safe to stay on Azoran 50 long-term, and how should I manage my medication when lowering the dose makes my body pain worse?

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I have been taking Mesacol 1.2, ME 12, and Azoran 50 daily for my Crohn's disease for 2.5 years, but I am now experiencing joint pain and severely low blood counts (hemoglobin levels of 5 to 8). Is it safe to stay on Azoran 50 long-term, and how should I manage my medication when lowering the dose makes my body pain worse?

Asked by Male, 45 · 14 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

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14 days ago

Severe anemia with hemoglobin levels of 5 to 8 and joint pain require immediate medical evaluation. Long-term use of azathioprine (Azoran) is common for managing Crohn's disease, but it can sometimes affect your bone marrow and lower blood counts. It is very important that you do not adjust your doses of azathioprine or mesalamine (Mesacol) on your own, as this can trigger a disease flare. Please contact your gastroenterologist immediately. They will perform blood tests to determine the exact cause of your low blood counts and joint pain, and safely adjust your treatment plan to help you feel better.

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I have been taking Mesacol 1.2, ME 12, and Azoran 50 daily for my Crohn's disease for 2.5 years, but I am now experiencing joint pain and severely low blood counts (hemoglobin levels of 5 to 8). Is it safe to stay on Azoran 50 long-term, and how should I manage my medication when lowering the dose makes my body pain worse?

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I have been taking Mesacol 1.2, ME 12, and Azoran 50 daily for my Crohn's disease for 2.5 years, but I am now experiencing joint pain and severely low blood counts (hemoglobin levels of 5 to 8). Is it safe to stay on Azoran 50 long-term, and how should I manage my medication when lowering the dose makes my body pain worse? | Apollo Pharmacy