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Desferrioxamine Mesylate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: DESFERAL
Strength: 500 mg | Form: Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 340.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Desferrioxamine Mesylate

Class: | Iron chelator Use: | Treatment of acute iron intoxication and chronic iron overload due to transfusion-dependent anemias Adult dose: | For chronic iron overload: 20-60 mg/kg/day via subcutaneous infusion over 8-12 hours; for acute iron intoxication: initial dose of 1,000 mg intravenously, followed by 500 mg every 4-12 hours as needed Pediatric dose: | Similar to adult dosing, adjusted for body weight; for chronic iron overload: 20-40 mg/kg/day subcutaneously; for acute iron intoxi

Drug Class

Iron chelator

Uses & Indications

Treatment of acute iron intoxication and chronic iron overload due to transfusion-dependent anemias

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature, protect from light and moisture; reconstituted solution should be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator and used within 24 hours

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Ciba Geigy, SWITZERLAND

Package Size

10 Vials

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 340.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

For chronic iron overload: 20-60 mg/kg/day via subcutaneous infusion over 8-12 hours; for acute iron intoxication: initial dose of 1,000 mg intravenously, followed by 500 mg every 4-12 hours as needed

Pediatric Dose

Similar to adult dosing, adjusted for body weight; for chronic iron overload: 20-40 mg/kg/day subcutaneously; for acute iron intoxication: dosing similar to adults, adjusted for weight

Side Effects

Common side effects include injection site reactions, rash, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, fever, and arthralgia

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to desferrioxamine or any component of the formulation; severe renal impairment without dialysis

Important Warnings

Risk of auditory and ocular disturbances with prolonged use; monitor for growth retardation in children; use caution in patients with renal impairment; potential for neurotoxicity with high doses or prolonged use

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Desferrioxamine Mesylate available in UAE pharmacies:

DESFERAL 500 mg Solution For Injection Desferrioxamine Mesylate 500 mg Lyophilized 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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