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3 years 9 months ago #72033 by Ravenfam1
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I am getting weekly nplate shots. How does anyone travel and not miss their shot? Can i bring it with me and have someone give it? Can i go to a nearby hospital and get a blood test to see if I need it? Or can I just take a chance.  Suggestions?
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3 years 9 months ago #72034 by MelA
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Have you talked to your doctor about this?
I haven't ever had Nplate so I know nothing about it - but I would think asking your doctor these questions may be the way to go.
Good luck!
"Instead of wasting your time worrying about symptoms, just get it checked out" -Nieca Goldberg, MD
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3 years 9 months ago #72039 by midwest6708
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NPlate's FAQ section addresses your question here ~  www.nplate.com/faqs
I'm not super convinced it works that easily, depending where you're going.  It's something to check out, though.

I faced a similar situation just last week.  My MD's office was closed all week for the holidays, so I couldn't get my dose.  I respond well to prednisone, so I just took a low dose for a few days to keep my count up till this week.  I'll find out this morning how well that plan worked.  
3 years 9 months ago #72049 by
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Ask your hemo for travel Nplate prescription. You can self-inject. Has to be kept cold.
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3 years 9 months ago #72052 by MelA
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Janet I'm surprised your doctor's office did not make arrangements for you to receive your treatment from another doctor during that week.  Doesn't seem right to leave you high and dry.
"Instead of wasting your time worrying about symptoms, just get it checked out" -Nieca Goldberg, MD
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3 years 9 months ago #72064 by midwest6708
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My count is generally in the recommended range with NPlate treatment, but I also knew that didn't leave much room for a big drop from a missed dose.  I didn't actually want to deal with going anywhere else for the shot, so I didn't mind having to skip one week.  I suggested to my MD that I take a bit of prednisone during that time.  Five 10-mg doses got me up to 138 during the week without NPlate.  Today, count was down to 68 again, where I should be.
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3 years 9 months ago #72068 by sonyalea
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I self-inject at home, after being trained by a doctor in the clinic. It takes a few tries to get the hang of it, but it's fine to do. I traveled during the holidays and took several weeks of N plate with me. (Note - take an extra in case you get delayed.) I used a cold pak and a bag, put the needles in a checked bag. The medicine went through security no problem.
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