Desirox 500mg Bottle Of 30 Tablets
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30 Tablet(s) in Bottle
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Desirox 500 MG Description
Desirox Tablet is used to treat iron overload due to blood transfusion in patients two years of age or older. Excessive iron in the blood can cause tissue damage and lead to medical problems like hea
rt disease, diabetes, thyroid disorders, and liver disease. Desirox Tablet contains deferasirox as the active substance that works by trapping iron and lowering its blood levels. Desirox Tablet may cause kidney problems, liver problems, or stomach/intestinal bleeding. Talk to your doctor if you or your child develop any side effects. Desirox Tablet should be taken before food at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Take this medicine at the exact dose and duration recommended by our doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹1617.11 |
| You Save | ₹140.62 (8% on MRP) |
| Contains | Deferasirox(500.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Iron overload |
| Side effects | Diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, skin rashes |
| Therapy | CHELATING AGENT |
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Uses of Desirox 500 MG
Desirox Tablet is used for the treatment of excessive iron in the blood due to blood transfusion in patients 2 years of age or older.
Contraindications of Desirox 500 MG
- If you are allergic to deferasirox or any other ingredient of Desirox Tablet.
- If you have kidney problems.
- If you have low platelet levels in your blood.
- If you have an advanced form of cancer.
- If you have a condition called high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).
Side effects of Desirox 500 MG
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Skin rashes
Precautions and Warnings of Desirox 500 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Desirox Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information on the effect of Desirox Tablet in pregnancy. It should not be used in pregnancy unless recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Desirox Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
There is no information if Desirox Tablet passes into human breast milk. It should only be used by breastfeeding women if recommended by the doctor.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Desirox Tablet?
A:
Desirox Tablet may cause dizziness. If you experience any side effects which may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Desirox Tablet?
A:
There is limited information available regarding the interaction of alcohol with Desirox Tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have kidney or liver problems.
- You are taking other medicines that can harm your kidneys like gentamicin, ciprofloxacin.
- You are taking other medicines that can increase your stomach/intestinal bleeding like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (aspirin) for pain/fever, corticosteroids (prednisone) for rheumatoid arthritis, blood thinners (warfarin), oral bisphosphonates (alendronate) for osteoporosis. ...
- You have low platelet levels.
- You are elderly or your child is less than 18 years of age.
- You have an advanced form of cancer.
- You have a blood disorder that may increase your risk for bleeding.
- You are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
- You experience symptoms like nausea, vomiting, skin itching/rashes, difficulty breathing, dizziness, fainting after using this medicine
- You experience decreased hearing, hearing loss, visual disturbances after using this medicine.
Mode of Action of Desirox 500 MG
How Does It Work?
Desirox Tablet traps the iron and removes it in the stools and/or urine. This reduces the excessive iron in the body and protects the tissues and organs from damage.
Directions for Use of Desirox 500 MG
- Take this medicine exactly as recommended by your doctor.
- Disperse the tablet in water, orange, or apple juice.
- Do not chew the tablet or swallow whole.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
Interactions of Desirox 500 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Desirox Tablet works, or Desirox Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines for treating diabetes (repaglinide), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (theophylline), anxiety (midazolam, buspirone), cancer (busulfan, dasatinib), maintenance of anaesthesia (alfentanil), nausea/vomiting (aprepitant), irritable bowel syndrome (budesonide), low sodium levels (conivaptan), immune system alteration (cyclosporine), control of urination (darifenacin), HIV (darunavir), migraine (dihydroergotamine, eletriptan), abnormal/irregular heart rhythm (dronedarone), high blood pressure (eplerenone, felodipine), pain (fentanyl), allergy (fluticasone), birth control (ethinyl estradiol), abnormal/high cholesterol (lovastatin), schizophrenia (lurasidone), erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), blood clots (ticagrelor), depression (duloxetine), insomnia (melatonin), Alzheimer's disease (tacrine), muscle cramps (tizanidine). ...
- Desirox Tablet when used together with medicines for treating tuberculosis (rifampicin), fits/seizures (phenytoin, phenobarbital) may decrease the levels of Desirox Tablet in the body.
- The use of Desirox Tablet with aluminum-containing antacids (aluminum hydroxide) and bile acid sequestrants (cholestyramine) should be avoided.
Storage and disposal of Desirox 500 MG
- Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Desirox 500 MG
Overdose
The symptoms of overdose of Desirox Tablet include nausea and diarrhoea. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How does iron overload cause diabetes?
A: Excessive iron in the blood can accumulate in the tissues of the body and cause damage. Iron overload can damage the pancreas leading to decrease in insulin and loss of blood sugar control. This may lead to diabetes and other medical problems.
Q: Is iron overload the same as haemochromatosis?
A: Yes, iron overload is also known as haemochromatosis.
Q: Can Desirox Tablet be used in children?
A: Yes, Desirox Tablet can be used in children of 2 years of age and older.
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Brand
DESIROX
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
29/04/2026
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