Drugs Causing Autoimune Hemolytic Anemia⚡Mnemonic⚡

Mnemonic :  HEMO ANEMIA

H – Hydralazine: Hydralazine is a medication used for hypertension and can trigger autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

E – Erythropoietin: Erythropoietin-stimulating agents, like darbepoetin alfa, have been associated with autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

M – Methyldopa: Methyldopa, used to treat hypertension, can induce autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

O – Oxaliplatin: Oxaliplatin, a chemotherapy drug, has been reported to cause autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

A – Alpha Methyldopa: Similar to Methyldopa, Alpha Methyldopa is used for hypertension and is linked to autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

N – Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs): Some NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen and naproxen, have been associated with autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

E – Eltrombopag: Eltrombopag, used for certain blood disorders, can lead to autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

M – Mycophenolate Mofetil: Mycophenolate mofetil, an immunosuppressive medication, has been reported to cause autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

I – Isoniazid: Isoniazid, an antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis, can trigger autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

A – Atorvastatin: Atorvastatin, a statin medication for cholesterol control, has been associated with autoimmune hemolytic anemia.