Patients taking medication for pituitary conditions, either for hormone replacement or for treatment of a disorder, may or may not be able to donate blood dependant on what medication they are taking.

The table below lists the most common medications used to treat pituitary disorders and states whether or not blood donation is allowed.

Anyone who wants to give blood but who would like clarification on any point should contact the National Blood Service Helpdesk on 0845 7 711 711 (local call rates apply). More information about donating blood including information on who can and cannot give blood can be found on the National Blood Service website.

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