Deferasirox Benefits & Uses

Deferasirox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Iron Poisoning

Other Benefits

Thalassemia

Deferasirox Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Thalassemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Thalassemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Thalassemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Thalassemia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 10 years old can take

Deferasirox Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Deferasirox is used -

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Insomnia
Fatigue
Anxiety
Dizziness

Common

Headache
Dyspepsia
पेट दर्द
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Itching or burning
Abdominal distension

Deferasirox Related Warnings

Is the use of Deferasirox safe for pregnant women?

Deferasirox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Deferasirox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Deferasirox safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Deferasirox. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Deferasirox on the Kidneys?

Deferasirox rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Deferasirox on the Liver?

Side effects of Deferasirox rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Deferasirox on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Deferasirox on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Deferasirox with Other Drugs

Deferasirox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ibuprofen

Dexamethasone

Aspirin(ASA),Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Moderate

Caffeine

Paracetamol

Erythromycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Deferasirox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Deferasirox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Anemia
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Deferasirox

Is this Deferasirox habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Deferasirox has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Deferasirox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Deferasirox can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Deferasirox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Deferasirox in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Deferasirox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Deferasirox

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Deferasirox to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Deferasirox

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Deferasirox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Deferasirox

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