Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Why Is Calvepen Dosage Increased After A Splenectomy?
my husband had a splenectomy 7 years ago due to lymphoma. He was put on 333mg calvepen and this week for no apparent reason that has been increased to 666mg. We have been going through a good period in his health and we dont understand why this prescription had to be changed.
Wed, 2 May 2018
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Post-splenectomy patients are at higher risk for developing infections.
So, antibiotic like Calvepen should be continued for life. Calvepen ensures better blood antibiotic levels and protection against infection.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Post-splenectomy patients are at higher risk for developing infections.
So, antibiotic like Calvepen should be continued for life. Calvepen ensures better blood antibiotic levels and protection against infection.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
I find this answer helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....