Deferasirox
Deferasirox 500MG
What is Deferasirox?
Deferasirox is an oral iron chelator used primarily to treat chronic iron overload due to blood transfusions in patients with conditions like thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, or myelodysplastic syndromes. It works by binding to excess iron in the bloodstream, allowing it to be excreted from the body, thus preventing damage to vital organs. Administered once daily, Deferasirox offers a convenient treatment option with a well-established efficacy and safety profile.Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
Warnings
- Risk of kidney impairment, monitor renal function regularly.
- Liver function abnormalities, periodic liver function tests recommended.
- Potential for gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
- Hearing and vision disturbances have been reported, advise regular auditory and ocular examinations.
- Serious skin reactions have occurred, discontinue if severe rash develops.
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- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Skin rash
- Increased serum creatinine
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Cough
- Risk of kidney impairment, monitor renal function regularly.
- Liver function abnormalities, periodic liver function tests recommended.
- Potential for gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
- Hearing and vision disturbances have been reported, advise regular auditory and ocular examinations.
- Serious skin reactions have occurred, discontinue if severe rash develops.
- Do not use in patients with severe renal impairment.
- Caution in patients with existing hepatic impairment.
- May cause serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis.
- May exacerbate existing gastric ulceration; caution in patients with a history of ulcers.
- Not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary.
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Deferasirox 500MG
What is Deferasirox ?
Deferasirox is an oral iron chelator used primarily to treat chronic iron overload due to blood transfusions in patients with conditions like thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, or myelodysplastic syndromes. It works by binding to excess iron in the bloodstream, allowing it to be excreted from the body, thus preventing damage to vital organs. Administered once daily, Deferasirox offers a convenient treatment option with a well-established efficacy and safety profile.
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