Check full blood count before starting treatment, once weekly for the first four weeks, then at least every 3 months throughout treatment. Check:
Patients should immediately have a full blood count if they develop any symptoms suggestive of marrow depression.
Reference:
(1) Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin (2002);39 (12):91-95.
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