Defrijet 500Mg Tablet

Defrijet 500Mg Tablet is used in treating chronic iron overload and acute iron poisoning especially in small children which is caused by anemia and requires frequent blood transfusions. Defrijet 500Mg Tablet is an iron-chelating agent. Defrijet 500Mg Tablet works by binding itself to excess iron in the blood so that it can be removed from the body. You should not take Defrijet 500Mg Tablet is you have an allergies to Defrijet 500Mg Tablet and if you have severe kidney problems and or you are unable to urinate.

Some common side effects of Defrijet 500Mg Tablet include: blurred vision or any sudden problems related to your vision, a change in your fingernail colour to a bluish colour, seizures, difficulty in breathing or fast breathing, a sudden change in your heartbeat rate or fast heartbeat, hearing problems, redness or flushing of the skin. Other side effects include diarrhea, headache, mild stomach pain, nausea, stomach upset. As with any medication you should tell your doctor about all the medication you are on, the allergies you have etc. Some precautions include: pregnancy, if you depend on dialysis, if you take vitamin C, if you have a certain disease that increases the amount of iron your body absorbs from your diet.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Iron Overload

• Transfusion Dependent Thalassemia

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Flushing

• Rash

• Decreased Blood Pressure

• Abdominal Pain

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Defrijet 500mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Patients may experience dizziness or other nervous system disturbances , and they should avoid driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Defrijet 500Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Desirox 500mg Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Deferoxamine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

This medication is used to bind the excess iron and aluminium in the bloodstream. The medication attracts the iron contained in the blood and brings them together. This excess iron is then ejected from the body through urine.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hematologist before using this medicine.

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