Can you donate blood if you are on any medication

Can I donate blood when on medication?

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I’m not positive you could go on the redcross website where they have a quiz you can take that should answer the question for you.

Are you allowed to donate blood if you are on medication??

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They have a list of meds that are not acceptable. I do not think prozac is on it. I do not think they will turn you down. I give every two months and do not remember ever seeing Prozac on the list.

Does taking allergy medication make me ineligible to donate blood…?

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Yes you should still be able to donate. They will ask you questions when you donate. Ie. have you taken any meds within ‘x’ amount of time? Just tell them YES, and what you took. I donated before, and I had taken antibiotics just a few d…

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What are the health requirements to donate plasma/blood?

Q: To what extent do prescription medications limit a person’s ability to donate plasma? Does this completely exclude me from the act, or are certain prescriptions acceptable?Also- having tested negative on things like HIV, syphilis, hepatitis, etc….are there any other considerations about my health that could affect donating?(** If knowing the types of medication specifically will help you with your answer, say so. I can and WILL add details if needed!)Perhaps I should have specified that I live in the United States, in Ohio, not in Canada [but thank you anyway. =) ]

A: Before each donation (especially at a plasma clinic) they will usually ask if you have had a recent illness, tattoo, sex with IV drug users or prostitutes, or have traveled outside the US, among other things. Answering “yes” to any of these will be reason to reject your donation.

25week appointment– my list of questions- what am i missing?

Q: 1. Results of blood work/ pap/ level II ultrasound?2. Baby is breech as of last ultrasound- by what week should she turn- and if she doesn’t turn, at what week is a c-section scheduled? (I would like to avoid an emergency c-section but am content with a planned one)3. Will there be additional ultrasounds?4. I have a lot of flem/mucous in my throat and nose constantly- but I am not sick. 5. My skin gets itchy especially after showering/bathing- is there some sort of anti-itch body lotion?6. Where does the birth take place/ Where to go if in labor?7. Are there any child birthing classes offered by the hospital?8. Can I wear my own clothing during L&D?9. Is filming / videotaping of the birth allowed by the hospital?10. Will my husband be allowed to stay with me through all parts of L&D? What about if it is a c-section?11. Will I be allowed to eat/drink during labor?12. Will I be allowed to move around?13. Are water births offered by the hospital?14. Views on episiotomy? 15. Labor interventions- how often are they utilized? What is do you utilize more often forceps or vacuum? 16. What types of pain relief are offered for vaginal delivery?17. Epidural, spinal, systematic? What are the specific drug options in systematic medication?18. Pain relief during c-section? What options are available besides spinal block and epidural? Is general an option for a planned c section? Is general an option for emergency c section?19. Upon vaginal delivery of a healthy baby- is the baby taken out of the room? Can my partner accompany the baby at all times if I am unable to?20. Upon c-section delivery is the baby taken out of the room? If so, can my partner accompany the baby?21. Can the baby room with me during the entire hospital stay?22. Can all newborn procedures be done in the same room as the delivery with my husband and I present?23. Can I request for no nurse to feed the child but instead for my partner or I to bottle feed the baby at all times?24. What medicines / vaccines are given to a baby upon birth? What non medicinal things may be given to the baby during the hospital stay (pacifier? Formula? Sugar water? Other?)25. I want to donate cord blood, what do I fill out/ do in order to donate?26. Is Pitocin given routinely after placenta delivery? If so, why?I am trying to access their rules b4 coming up with a birth plan which i hope to have ready by the next appointment. I just started prenatal care at 20 weeks so i have not had the chance to ask any of this yet- i know most women know this stuff by now.Actually i own a lot of pregnancy books- what does that have to do with most of my questions, each doctors rules and hospitals rules vary widely.

A: Wow! Good for you. I’m glad you are digging into this before the last minute. Some women don’t even bother at all, they just get there and do what they’re told like a robot.I can’t think of anything you’re missing.In my opinion though…. I would KNOW which of these options you really want, and instead of ‘asking’ their permission if they allow these things… tell them you are planning for it, and if there are any specific rules they have about it. A lot of hospitals have rules in place SOLELY for their convenience, and if you’re firm enough, they will allow it… but if you sound unsure, or like you’re asking permission… they will do everything they can to talk you out of it “because…..”.So go in with these questions ‘knowing’ what you want and speak as if you are already ‘going’ to do them, but asking out of respect. There may be a few of them that they are extrememly sticky on… but then every hospital and doctor can have different policies and rules.I hope you get everything you want! Congratulations! If there is something that you feel strongly about, and they give you a hard time at your visit to discuss your list…. consider printing out some literature on the subject to bring with you to your next appt. to back up your point.Best of luck to you!

Is this a good birth plan? Is there anything else I should include?

Q: Birth Preferences for ******* ****Due Date: April 10, 2009Patient of Dr. ******** ****** Obstetrician / Gynecologist / ****** ****** Medical CenterDecember 10, 2009I am looking forward to sharing my birth experience with you. I have created this birth plan in order to outline some of my preferences for birth. I would appreciate you reviewing this plan, and would be happy to do so with you. I understand that there may be situations in which my choices may not be possible, but I hope that you will help me to move toward my goals as much as possible and to make this labor and birth a great experience. I do not want to replace the medical personnel, but instead want to be informed of any procedures in advance, and to be allowed the chance to give informed consent. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions or comments. Thank you!Please NoteMy bloodtype is Rh- (Rhesus Negative)I have Vasil Vagil (Syncope) so I am prone to low blood pressure and passing out. Please do not be alarmed if I temporarily black out during hard pushing. LaborI would prefer not to be shaved. I expect that doctors and hospital staff will discuss all procedures with me before they are performed.I would like a quiet, soothing environment during labor, with dim lights and minimal interruptions.I would like to play my own music.I do not mind observation by students, interns or staff.I would like to avoid labor induction unless it is medically necessary.Anesthesia/Pain MedicationI’d like to have as natural a birth as possible. Please don’t offer me pain relief medication or do any interventions unless necessary.If I ask for pain relief, please feel free to offer non-medical choices for coping and/or remind me how close I am to the birth.Cesarean Section DeliveryI feel very strongly that I would like to avoid a cesarean delivery.I would prefer to remain conscious during the delivery. If a cesarean is necessary, I expect to be fully informed of all procedures and actively participate in decision-making.I would like My mom to be present during the surgery.Please explain the surgery to me as it happens.If conditions permit, I would like to be the first to hold My son after the delivery.If possible, I would like to breastfeed my son shortly after the birth.I would like our plans outlined here for after the birth to be followed as closely as possible.If possible, please lower the screen just before delivery so I may see the birth of the baby.Perineal CareI would prefer not to have an episiotomy, but I would rather have an episiotomy than risk a tear.To help my perineum stretch, please help guide my pushing efforts by letting me know when to push and when to stop.DeliveryI do not want to use stirrups while pushing. I would prefer my mom, sisters and/or nurses to support me and my legs as necessary during the pushing stage. I would like to have a mirror available so I can see my son’s head crowning.I would like to have the birth recorded with photographs, video tape and/or tape recording.I would prefer not to have an assisted birth unless medically necessary for the baby’s health. Immediately after the birthIf conditons permit, please place my son on my stomach/chest immediately after delivery.I would like to breastfeed my son shortly after the birth.I would like the option to cut the cord.I prefer to wait for spontaneous delivery of the placenta and do not want a routine injection of pitocin.Please remove my IV/Heparin lock/catheter as soon as possible after delivery.I would like to donate the umbilical cord blood if possible.Postpartum CareI would prefer not to be catheterized until I’ve had some private time to attempt urination on my own.If available, I would prefer a private room.I would like my son in the nursery and brought to me on request and for breastfeeding.BreastfeedingI plan to breastfeed and want to nurse shortly following the birth.I would like to know more about breastfeeding.I would like to meet with the staff lactation consultant.Please do not give my baby a pacifier until I’ve had a chance to discuss it with the lactation consultant. Additional notesI am planning for my son to be circumcised before we check out of the hospital.Thanks happy! I didn’t think about that.The reasons I’m opting for circumcision have nothing to do with ‘naturalness’ or anything like that. And the reasons I’m opting for “natural birth” are probably not even why you are thinking so I would just let me make my decision. Just so you know, not having a C-section doesn’t have anything to do with not wanting a surgery done… I have had surgeries before. It has to do with the risks that come with VBAC and later pregnancies… not to mention… why on earth would ANYONE want a C-section if it wasn’t medically necessary? That’s just a lot more to recover from.And the reasons for not wanting pain meds… is not for the natural thing either. To be quite honest it’s because I’ve carried this baby for how long now? I’d like to actually be able to feel it when he comes out. I don’t see any problem with Circumcision. The baby’s dad is circumcised. So is my dad and grandpa and generations back. So you can feel free not to circumcise your kid, while I do so with mine. Thank you.

A: I would include your mom’s name when you mention her as in the C-section portion of your plan.ADD: Include who you want in the room with you, and who is allowed in. Obviously your mom and your sisters, but is there anyone else? And include anyone who you do not want in the room, so the nurses can keep them out.