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Can i give blood if i am on prescription drugs?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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Usually ok: Your eligibility will be based on the reason that the medication was prescribed. As long as the condition is under control and you are healthy, blood donation is usually permitted. See the following link from the red cross: http://www.Redcrossblood.Org/donating-blood/eligibility-requirements/eligibility-criteria-topic.

Answered 5/8/2013

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