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Desifer 400 Tablet

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Desifer 400 Tablet
Desifer 400 Tablet

Desifer 400 Tablet

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Product Informations: Desifer 400 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 Desifer 400 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 Desifer 400 Tablet as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.

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. Desifer 400 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Desifer 400 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. Desifer 400 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. Take it in the exact dose and duration and take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Using of Desifer 400 Tablet may cause common side effects such as nausea, headache, constipation, diarrhea, and increased liver enzyme. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Before using this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver diseases. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking to ensure your safety.
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Abdominal pain
  • Constipation
  • Itching
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Abdominal distension
  • Diarrhea
Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Desifer 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Desifer 400 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

Desifer 400 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

Desifer 400 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney : UNSAFE

Desifer 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Liver : CAUTION

Desifer 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Desifer 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Desifer 400 Tablet in these patients.

If you miss a dose of Desifer 400 Tablet, 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.

Chemical Class::Triazole & benzoate derivative|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::BLOOD RELATED|Action Class::Iron chelating agents
  • Q. Q. What is Desifer 400 Tablet used for??
    Ans: Desifer 400 Tablet is used for removing excess iron from the body due to repeated blood transfusions in patients with beta thalassemia major (a blood disorder)
  • Q. Q. How does Desifer 400 Tablet work??
    Ans: Desifer 400 Tablet works by binding to excess iron in the blood and removing it from the body through stool.
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References

FDA approved prescribing information. Levocitrizine; 1995 [revised May 2007]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: Read More

European Medicne Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol and bromhexine containing medicinal products. 2015. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: Read More

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Levocitrizine. Slough, Berkshire: UCB Pharma Limited; 2007 [revised 27 Mar. 2019]. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: Read More

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