Deferasirox
Information about Deferasirox
Deferasirox Uses
Deferasirox is used in the treatment of iron overload and transfusion dependent thalassemia.
How Deferasirox works
Deferasirox traps and removes excess iron which is then excreted mainly in the stools. This reduces the risk of organ damage.
Common side effects of Deferasirox
Nausea, Vomiting, Rash, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Increased creatinine level in blood
Available Medicine for Deferasirox
DefrijetSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹226 to ₹6374 variant(s)
DesiroxCipla Ltd
₹988 to ₹18122 variant(s)
AsunraNovartis India Ltd
₹257 to ₹8522 variant(s)
ThalepIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹234 to ₹3283 variant(s)
DeferglobGlobela Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹187 to ₹3932 variant(s)
FerasiroMSN Laboratories
₹278 to ₹5562 variant(s)
DeferatajTaj Pharma India Ltd
₹186 to ₹4573 variant(s)
OleptissNovartis India Ltd
₹705 to ₹60006 variant(s)
Expert advice for Deferasirox
- Always take deferasirox tablet on an empty stomach by dissolving into a glass of water.
- Do not chew, crush, break or swallow the tablets as a whole.
- Deferasirox may cause dizziness. It is advisable not to drive or operate any machinery until you feel normal again.
- Avoid taking deferasirox if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast feeding.