Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Deferasirox Tablet

Deferasirox Tablet

Generic nameDeferasirox
Drug classIron chelating agent
FormsFilm-coated tablet, Granules

Deferasirox is a prescription medicine that removes extra iron from the body. It is used in people who have too much iron because of repeated blood transfusions, or because of a condition called thalassemia.

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