Defrijet 500 Tablet
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Product introduction
Defrijet 500 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. Defrijet 500 Tablet is used to remove the excess iron from the body
Repeated blood transfusions in some patients can cause a build-up of excess iron. Defrijet 500 Tablet is used to remove the excess iron from the body
Uses of Defrijet Tablet
Benefits of Defrijet 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 Defrijet 500 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 Defrijet 500 Tablet as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.
Side effects of Defrijet 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 Defrijet
- Nausea
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Itching
- Increased liver enzymes
- Abdominal distension
- Diarrhea
How to use Defrijet 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. Defrijet 500 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 Defrijet 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Defrijet 500 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
Defrijet 500 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
Defrijet 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Defrijet 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Defrijet 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Defrijet 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Defrijet 500 Tablet in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Defrijet 500 Tablet in these patients.
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Quick tips
- Defrijet 500 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 Defrijet 500 Tablet.
- Defrijet 500 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 Defrijet 500 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
User feedback
Patients taking Defrijet 500 Tablet
Once A Day
77%
Twice A Day
17%
Alternate Day
3%
Thrice A Day
2%
What are you using Defrijet Tablet for?
Transfusion d*
55%
Iron overload
45%
*Transfusion dependent thalassemia
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
64%
Average
36%
What were the side-effects while using Defrijet 500 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
60%
Flushing (sen*
40%
*No Side Effect, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
How do you take Defrijet Tablet?
Empty stomach
75%
With food
25%
Please rate Defrijet 500 Tablet on price
Average
56%
Expensive
33%
Not Expensive
11%
FAQs
What is Defrijet 500 Tablet used for?
Defrijet 500 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 Defrijet 500 Tablet work?
Defrijet 500 Tablet works by binding to excess iron in the blood and removing it from the body through stool.
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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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