Description and Brand Names
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US Brand Name
- Exjade
- Jadenu
Descriptions
Deferasirox is used to remove excess iron from the body in patients who have had too many blood transfusions and in patients with non-transfusion dependent thalassemia syndromes.
Deferasirox is an iron chelator (binder). It combines with iron in the blood. The combination of iron and deferasirox is then removed from the body by the kidneys. If you have too much iron in the body, it can damage various organs and tissues.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Tablet for Suspension
- Granule
- Tablet
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2020
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