What is Deferiprone ?

Deferiprone is an oral iron chelator used primarily for the treatment of iron overload in patients with thalassemia, a condition where blood transfusions are frequently required, leading to excess iron accumulation. It functions by binding to iron molecules in the bloodstream, facilitating their excretion principally through urine. This medication is essential in preventing the potentially life-threatening complications associated with iron overload, including cardiac disease, liver disorders, and endocrine dysfunctions.

• Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, body aches
• Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
• Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
• Muscle, bone, or joint pain

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
• This medicine may cause your urine to turn red or brownish. This is normal and nothing to worry about.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
• This medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before starting this medicine. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 6 months after the last dose. Male patients with female partners who can become pregnant must use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 3 months after the last dose.
• Do not breastfeed during treatment and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, blood or bone marrow problems, or any type of infection.
• This medicine lowers the number of white blood cells. This weakens your immune system, so you may get infections more easily. Wash your hands often. Avoid people who are sick.