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Desirox 500mg Tablet

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Uses of Desirox 500mg Tablet

Desirox 500mg Tablet is used to treat,

  • Iron overload
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Introduction to Desirox 500mg Tablet

Desirox 500mg Tablet is an iron chelator drug in the category of chelating agents containing the active ingredient Deferasirox. It treats chronic iron overload caused by transfusion-dependent anemias, including beta-thalassemia and certain myelodysplastic syndromes. Iron overload can occur in these conditions due to repeated blood transfusions, leading to excessive iron accumulation in the body.

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience allergies, ulcers, skin reactions, or bleeding during this treatment. During the treatment, your doctor may periodically monitor your blood counts, serum creatinine, and liver parameters to prevent serious complications. Desirox 500mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with poor performance status, myelodysplastic syndrome, advanced cancer, and GFR lower than 40ml/min/1.73m2. Seek medical emergency from your physician if you experience vision changes.

It is generally recommended to avoid using Desirox 500mg Tablet during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Notify your physician if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to have a baby. Patients should use effective non-hormonal contraception while on treatment with this drug to prevent unwanted pregnancy. This medicine should not be used in patients with severe kidney or liver impairment and should be cautiously used in patients with pre-existing kidney or liver conditions.

Therapeutic Effects of Desirox 500mg Tablet

Desirox 500mg Tablet works by binding to excess iron in the body and helping to remove it through urine and feces. It forms a stable chelate complex with iron, which prevents the iron from causing further damage to organs and tissues.

Interaction of Desirox 500mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your physician about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Desirox 500mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.

More Information about Desirox 500mg Tablet

  • Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children
  • Store Desirox 500mg Tablet protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

How to consume Desirox 500mg Tablet

Take the Desirox 500mg Tablet as advised by your physician. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Safety Advices for Desirox 500mg Tablet

 

Pregnancy

Desirox 500mg Tablet should not be taken unless it is necessary during pregnancy. Report to your doctor if you are pregnant, suspecting, or planning for the pregnancy before starting the treatment.

 

Breast Feeding

Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Desirox 500mg Tablet because it may harm your baby. Do not breastfeed during the treatment.

 

Lungs

It is unknown whether Desirox 500mg Tablet is safe for patients with lung problems. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

 

Liver

Inform your doctor if you have liver disease because the Desirox 500mg Tablet should be used cautiously with a liver condition.

 

Alcohol

It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking Desirox 500mg Tablet is safe. Please speak with your physician.

 

Driving

Driving vehicles or operating machinery while taking Desirox 500mg Tablet is unsafe because it may cause drowsiness and vision problems.

Side Effects of Desirox 500mg Tablet

Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Severe

  • Liver problems
  • Kidney problems (decreased urine output)
  • Pancreatitis
  • Severe allergic reaction
  • Flu-like symptoms (high fever)
  • Dizziness, headache, difficulty thinking, loss of vision (brain problems)
  • Vomiting or black, tarry stools
  • Tears in the stomach wall

Common

  • Nausea and vomiting, indigestion, constipation
  • Stomach ache
  • Disturbance in kidney function tests
  • Disturbance in liver function tests
  • Headache and drowsiness

Brand

Cipla LTD

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