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Some things to avoid with G6PDD.

When you have G6PD, there are numerous "Triggers" that you have to avoid to stay safe from hemolysis. So, below, here are a few of the things commonly associated with hemolysis. (Trigger List from Source 3)

Drugs:

Dapsone

An antibiotic used to treat various skin conditions.

Methylene Blue

Commonly used as a dye in certain medical procedures.

Acetaminophen

A drug most commonly used as a painkiller.

Aspirin

An anti-inflammatory drug used to treat mild to moderate pain, inflammation or arthritis.

Anti-Malarials

Products and Foods

Moth Balls, and any other things that contain Napthelene.

Fava Beans, as well as all other Legumes.

Pumpkin

Un-ripe peaches

*THERE ARE MANY MORE THINGS NOT COVERED IN THIS LIST! PLEASE DO FURTHER RESEARCH IF YOU HAVE G6PDD!*