Desirox 500 Tablet
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Product introduction
Desirox 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. Desirox 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. Desirox 500 Tablet is used to remove the excess iron from the body
Uses of Desirox Tablet
Benefits of Desirox 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 Desirox 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 Desirox 500 Tablet as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.
Side effects of Desirox 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 Desirox
- Nausea
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Itching
- Increased liver enzymes
- Abdominal distension
- Diarrhea
How to use Desirox 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. Desirox 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 Desirox 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Desirox 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
Desirox 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
Desirox 500 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Desirox 500 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Desirox 500 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Desirox 500 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Desirox 500 Tablet in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Desirox 500 Tablet in these patients.
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Quick tips
- Desirox 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 Desirox 500 Tablet.
- Desirox 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 Desirox 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 Desirox 500 Tablet
Once A Day
88%
Thrice A Day
5%
Twice A Day
4%
Alternate Day
1%
Four Times A *
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Desirox Tablet for?
Transfusion d*
60%
Iron overload
40%
*Transfusion dependent thalassemia
How much was the improvement?
Average
53%
Excellent
33%
Poor
13%
What were the side-effects while using Desirox 500 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Desirox Tablet?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Desirox 500 Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
What is Desirox 500 Tablet used for?
Desirox 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 Desirox 500 Tablet work?
Desirox 500 Tablet works by binding to excess iron in the blood and removing it from the body through stool.
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Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Country of origin: India
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