# Can they hurt you in any way when you give blood?

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**Category:** In My Humble Opinion\
**Created:** [November 30, 2004, 5:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-they-hurt-you-in-any-way-when-you-give-blood/277351 "2004-11-30T17:14:13Z")\
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**Post date:** [December 1, 2004, 5:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-they-hurt-you-in-any-way-when-you-give-blood/277351/21 "2004-12-01T17:21:46Z")

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> [@Guinastasia](#):
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> Can I give blood if I’m taking medication?

Almost all of them are OK (if the questionnaire is any indication). They may ask what it is for and your last dose (when and how much). I had a tetanus booster shortly before a donation and it was no problem; neither is the antidepressant I take.

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