Desferal 500mg Injection
Novartis India Ltd

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In-stock 1 Injection in 1 vial
167.63
Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Desferal 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Desferal 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.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.

CAUTION
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

There is limited information available on the use of Desferal 500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Uses of Desferal Injection
Desferal 500mg Injection is used in the treatment of iron overload and transfusion dependent thalassemia.

How to use Desferal Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Desferal Injection works
Desferal 500mg Injection traps and removes excess iron which is then excreted mainly in the stools. This reduces the risk of organ damage.

Side Effects:

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

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