Can I drink alcohol while taking Deferasirox?

As a general rule, check with your doctor or pharmacist before drinking alcohol while taking Deferasirox. Alcohol can increase side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and stomach issues.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Deferasirox?

If you miss a dose of Deferasirox, take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Never take two doses at once to make up for a missed one.

🩸 Hematology3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS 90 mg deferasirox tablets

Deferasirox

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Deferasirox tablets are an iron chelator indicated for the treatment of chronic iron overload due to blood transfusions in patients 2 years of age and older.

Form

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS 90 mg deferasirox tablets

Uses

Side effects

What is Deferasirox used for?

2) Limitations of Use The safety and efficacy of deferasirox tablets when administered with other iron chelation therapy have not been established.

Deferasirox side effects

Common side effects of Deferasirox include:

Including Acute Renal Failure Requiring Dialysis

5.6] Hepatic Toxicity and Failure [ see Warnings and Precautions (5.2

CommonModerateLess common

Deferasirox warnings & precautions

WARNING: RENAL FAILURE, HEPATIC FAILURE, AND GASRTOINTESTINAL HEMORRHAGE Renal Failure Deferasirox can cause acute.

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