Desferal 500

Introduction
Desferal 500 is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused due to frequent blood transfusion. It helps in removing the excess iron from the body and reduces the risk of it causing organ damage. Desferal 500 is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine. Using of Desferal 500 may cause few side effects such as flushing (a sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), rash, decreased blood pressure and abdominal pain. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
Uses of Desferal 500
Iron overload
Transfusion dependent thalassemia
Side effects of Desferal 500
Common
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Rash
Decreased blood pressure
Abdominal pain
How to use Desferal 500
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Desferal 500 works
Desferal 500 traps and removes excess iron which is then excreted mainly in the stools. This reduces the risk of organ damage.
What if you forget to take Desferal 500?
If you miss a dose of Desferal 500, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.