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Desferal 500mg Injection

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SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store below 25°C

Product introduction

Desferal 500mg Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused due to frequent blood transfusion. It helps in removing the excess iron from the body and reduces the risk of it causing organ damage.

Repeated blood transfusions in some patients can cause a build-up of excess iron. Desferal 500mg Injection is used to remove the excess iron from the body

Benefits of Desferal Injection

In 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 Desferal 500mg Injection, 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. Desferal 500mg Injection is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Desferal Injection

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 Desferal

  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Rash
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Abdominal pain

How to use Desferal Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Desferal 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Desferal 500mg Injection 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
Desferal 500mg Injection 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
Desferal 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
If you experience dizziness or other central nervous disturbances, or impairment of vision with the use of Desferal 500mg Injection then you should refrain from driving a vehicle.
Kidney
CAUTION
Desferal 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Desferal 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Desferal 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Desferal 500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Desferal 500mg Injection is used to reduce excess iron from the body.
  • Desferal 500mg Injection may cause your urine to turn a red/brown color. This is the iron being removed from your body and is nothing for you to worry about as it is quite harmless.
  • If you are taking any antacid, take them 2 hours before or after Desferal 500mg Injection.
  • Desferal 500mg Injection may cause dizziness. It is advisable not to drive or operate any machinery until you feel normal again.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
     

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Acetohydroxamic acids 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 .
Diabatic for last 5 years insulin dependent D Vitamin iron deficiency
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
Hi you need to consult doctor nearby by.Or u can visit our clinic at sector 52 gurgaon in RDCITY snergy clinic. Diabetic pt should be in regular contact with the diabetologist or treating doctor. Do all regular tests and follow diet and exercise. Disease can be well controlled. A person can avoid diabetic complications.
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Marketer details

Name: Novartis India Ltd
Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Country of origin: India

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