Desirox 500 mg Tablet – Iron Overload Treatment

Desirox 500 mg Tablet contains Deferasirox, an iron chelation medicine used to treat chronic iron overload caused by frequent blood transfusions in conditions such as thalassemia, sickle cell anemia, and myelodysplastic syndrome.

It works by binding excess iron in the body and removing it through urine and stool, preventing organ damage to the heart, liver, and endocrine system.

⚙️ How Desirox 500 mg Works

Deferasirox works by:

• Binding excess stored iron

• Reducing iron accumulation in organs

• Supporting safe iron excretion

• Preventing complications caused by iron toxicity

🩺 Uses of Desirox 500 mg Tablet

• Iron overload due to thalassemia

• Iron overload from chronic blood transfusions

• Sickle cell anemia related iron excess

• Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)

• Prevention of iron-induced organ damage

💡 Benefits of Desirox 500 mg Tablet

• Reduces harmful excess iron in the body

• Protects liver, heart, and pancreas

• Improves long-term patient survival

• Effective long-term iron chelation therapy

• Suitable for pediatric & adult patients (as prescribed)

📌 Dosage & Administration

• Taken once daily on an empty stomach

• Tablet may be dispersed in water before consumption

• Dose depends on iron levels and body weight

• Follow doctor’s instructions strictly

⚠ Regular ferritin and liver function monitoring required

⚠️ Possible Side Effects

• Nausea or vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Abdominal pain

• Skin rash

• Increased liver enzymes

• Kidney function changes

Seek medical help if severe side effects occur.

🚫 Precautions & Warnings

• Prescription-only medicine

• Regular liver and kidney monitoring needed

• Avoid in severe liver disease

• Use caution in elderly patients

• Stay hydrated during therapy

🏥 Storage Instructions

• Store below 25°C

• Keep away from moisture and heat

• Keep out of reach of children

📦 Packaging Details

• Strength: 500 mg

• Dosage Form: Tablet

• Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd.

• Pack Type: Strip / Bottle