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Deferasirox

Written By Dr. Syeda AafiaReviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia
Last updated 28 Mar 2025 | 06:29 AM (UTC)

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
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Medicine brands for Deferasirox

Defrijet
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹226 to ₹637
4 variant(s)
Defrijet
Desirox
Cipla Ltd
₹1086 to ₹1812
2 variant(s)
Desirox
Asunra
Novartis India Ltd
₹257 to ₹852
2 variant(s)
Asunra
Deferglob
Globela Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹187 to ₹393
2 variant(s)
Deferglob
Thalep
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹234 to ₹328
3 variant(s)
Thalep
Ferasiro
MSN Laboratories
₹278 to ₹556
2 variant(s)
Ferasiro
Deferataj
Taj Pharma India Ltd
₹186 to ₹457
3 variant(s)
Deferataj
Oleptiss
Novartis India Ltd
₹705 to ₹6000
6 variant(s)
Oleptiss

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.

Frequently asked questions for Deferasirox

Deferasirox is used for removing excess iron from the body due to repeated blood transfusions in patients with beta thalassemia major (a blood disorder)
Deferasirox works by binding to excess iron in the blood and removing it from the body through stool.
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