Desirox 500 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 Desirox 500 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.
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.
HOW DESIROX TABLET WORKS
Desirox 500 Tablet traps and removes excess iron which is then excreted mainly in the stools. This reduces the risk of organ damage.
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.
