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
₹241 to ₹6804 variant(s)
DesiroxCipla Ltd
₹1053 to ₹19332 variant(s)
AsunraNovartis India Ltd
₹275 to ₹9092 variant(s)
FerasiroMSN Laboratories
₹270 to ₹5402 variant(s)
ThalepIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹250 to ₹3503 variant(s)
DeferglobGlobela Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹200 to ₹4202 variant(s)
DeferatajTaj Pharma India Ltd
₹199 to ₹4883 variant(s)
OleptissNovartis India Ltd
₹752 to ₹64006 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.