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Asunra 100mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Asunra 100mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused by frequent blood transfusion. It helps remove the excess iron from the body and reduce the risk of it causing organ damage.

Repeated blood transfusions in some patients can cause a build-up of excess iron. Asunra 100mg Tablet is used to remove the excess iron from the body

Uses of Asunra Tablet

Benefits of Asunra Tablet

In Treatment of Iron overload

Iron overload, as the name suggests, means excess of iron in the human body. Too much iron can cause organ damage, which can lead to conditions such as cancer, irregular heartbeat and cirrhosis of the liver. Symptoms are related to conditions that arise from iron overload such as high blood sugar levels (diabetes), darkening of the skin, abnormal heart rhythm or arthritis. By using Asunra 100mg Tablet, this excess of iron can be decreased to safe levels by removing it from the body through stools. This helps to reduce the risk of organ damage and prevents further complications. Take Asunra 100mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

Side effects of Asunra Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Asunra

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Abdominal pain
  • Constipation
  • Itching
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Abdominal distension
  • Diarrhea

How to use Asunra Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Asunra 100mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Asunra 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Asunra 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Asunra 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Asunra 100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Asunra 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Asunra 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Asunra 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Asunra 100mg Tablet in these patients.

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Quick tips

  • Asunra 100mg Tablet is used to reduce excess iron from the body.
  • Inform your doctor if you also have upper stomach pain, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes).
  • Take an adequate amount of water while taking Asunra 100mg Tablet. 
  • Asunra 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness. It is advisable not to drive or operate any machinery until you feel normal again.
  • If you are taking any antacid, take them 2 hours before or after Asunra 100mg Tablet.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Triazole & benzoate derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Iron chelating agents

Patient concerns

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Hello doctor I have thallassemia major since birth and due to iron overload of repetitive blood transfusion i have diagnosed with diabetes 3 yr ago -at the time of diabetes diagnosis my sugar level is 650 mg/dl. Now according to my case what could be the state of my diabetes type 1 or type 2 ?
Dr. Amit Modi
Paediatrics
Hello, Diabetes in thalassaemia is thought to be caused mainly by iron overload, from repeated blood transfusions, damaging the pancreas. Insulin secretion may be reduced, possibly because iron is directly toxic to the insulin producing pancreatic ?-cells. So it is type 1 DM .
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Hello doctor i have thallasemia major since birth and due to iron overload of repetitive blood transfusions from this disease i was diagnosed with diabetes 2 yrs. ago Now my query is can i control my sugar by controlling iron/ferritin?
Dr. Ashwin Porwal
Internal Medicine
No you have to take insulin or Oral hypoglycemic agents for it
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User feedback

FAQs

What is Asunra 100mg Tablet used for?

Asunra 100mg Tablet is used for removing excess iron from the body due to repeated blood transfusions in patients with beta thalassemia major (a blood disorder)

How does Asunra 100mg Tablet work?

Asunra 100mg Tablet works by binding to excess iron in the blood and removing it from the body through stool.
Related lab tests
  • Iron Serum
  • Iron Studies
  • Total Iron Binding Capacity

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    Name: Novartis India Ltd
    Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
    Country of origin: Switzerland
    MRP
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    6.0 tablets in 1 strip
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