Results:
One hundred fourteen patients attended the camp. There were 68 males and 46 female patients with a median age group of 19 years (2-70 years). HU was prescribed on average considering age of the patient and average weight. 104 children were taking hydroxyurea. Exact dose calculations were not used. The dose averages between 10 mg/kg to15 mg/kg. As there was only one formulation available , the required daily dosing was changed to fixed dose scheduling There was significant change in the levels of HbF in the patients on hydroxyurea in all age groups using fixed dose combination.