DEFERASIROX

Overview

DEFERASIROX is a Schedule H drug.
Deferasirox binds to iron and removes it from the blood stream. Deferasirox is used to treat iron overload caused by blood transfusions in adults and children at least 2 years old. Deferasirox is also used to treat chronic iron overload syndrome caused by a genetic blood disorder in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.

Usage

DEFERASIROX is generally used to treat: Iron Overload

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

DEFERASIROX is generally taken Before Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Do not take antacids that contain aluminum, such as amphojel, Gaviscon, Maalox, MI-acid, Mylanta, Rulox, and others. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of cancer, blood or bone marrow depression, decrease in platelets, vision problem, hearing problem, infection, dehydration, kidney, liver, or stomach problem, elderly, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Monitor liver and kidney function, blood protein and iron levels, vision, hearing, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DEFERASIROX over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

DEFERASIROX : Loose Motion, Dizziness, Ears Pain, Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Vomit

Rare Side-Effects

DEFERASIROX : Eyes Blindness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Pain

Disease Interactions

DEFERASIROX can interfere with: Thrombocytopenia, Hearing Loss, Esophageal Ulcer

Technical Classification

DEFERASIROX is categorized as: CHELATING AGENTS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DEFERASIROX as Ingredient

ASUNRA 100MG TABDEFERASIROX 100.0 MG
ASUNRA 400MG TABDEFERASIROX 400 MG
DESIROX 250MG TABDEFERASIROX 250 MG
DESIROX 500MG TABDEFERASIROX 500 MG