Mpd

Hi I am 62 year old female and just been diagnosed with MPD after a period of 3 years of increasing platelets. I have been prescribed hydroxycobamide 500mg once a day. Only been given a diagnosis of MPD but not a specific one.

Can you advise what I can expect on this medication? Thankyou

  • Hello and thanks for posting

    I'm sorry you have been diagnosed with MPD.

    People vary in how they cope with the drug hydroxycarbamide. We do have some information on our website about hydroxycarbamide and potential side effects which you may find interesting to read.

    If you have a a haematology specialist nurse (CNS) involved in your care then perhaps they can provide you with information and support. You often have to call and leave them a message and they will get back to you.  

    I hope this information helps.  Please get back to us if you need any more information or support. You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene