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Deferoxamine Mesilate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: DEFEROXAMINE NORIDEM
Strength: 2000 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 100.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Deferoxamine Mesilate

Class: | Iron chelator Use: | Treatment of acute iron toxicity and chronic iron overload due to repeated blood transfusions (e.g., in thalassemia, sickle cell disease) Adult dose: | 500 mg to 2 g per day, administered as a slow intravenous infusion or intramuscular injection; doses may vary based on severity of iron overload Pediatric dose: | 20 mg/kg/day (maximum 1 g) for children with iron overload; may be adjusted based on clinical response and tolerance Side effects: | Common side ef

Drug Class

Iron chelator

Uses & Indications

Treatment of acute iron toxicity and chronic iron overload due to repeated blood transfusions (e.g., in thalassemia, sickle cell disease)

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; reconstituted solution should be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator and used within 24 hours

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: NORIDEM ENTERPRISES LTD., CYPRUS

Package Size

1Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 100.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

500 mg to 2 g per day, administered as a slow intravenous infusion or intramuscular injection; doses may vary based on severity of iron overload

Pediatric Dose

20 mg/kg/day (maximum 1 g) for children with iron overload; may be adjusted based on clinical response and tolerance

Side Effects

Common side effects include hypotension, fever, rash, gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), and injection site reactions

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to deferoxamine or any component of the formulation; anuria; severe renal impairment; concurrent use with aluminum-containing medications

Important Warnings

Monitor for signs of allergic reactions; caution in patients with renal impairment; may cause visual or auditory disturbances; iron overload may lead to serious complications if not treated appropriately

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Deferoxamine Mesilate available in UAE pharmacies:

DEFEROXAMINE NORIDEM 2000 mg Powder For Solution For Injection DEFEROXAMINE NORIDEM 2000 mg Powder For Solution For Injection DEFEROXAMINE NORIDEM 2000 mg Powder For Solution For Injection

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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