Asunra 400mg Tablet DT
Manufacturer
Novartis India Ltd
Salt Composition
Deferasirox (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is a medicine used to treat chronic iron overload caused by frequent blood transfusion, helping to remove excess iron from the body and reduce the risk of organ damage.
Dosage Form
Tablet DT
Introduction
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused by frequent blood transfusion. It helps remove the excess iron from the body and reduce the risk of it causing organ damage.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Asunra 400mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT traps and removes excess iron which is then excreted mainly in the stools. This reduces the risk of organ damage.
Quick Tips
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is used to reduce excess iron from the body. Inform your doctor if you also have upper stomach pain, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes). Take an adequate amount of water while taking Asunra 400mg Tablet DT. Asunra 400mg Tablet DT may cause dizziness. It is advisable not to drive or operate any machinery until you feel normal again. If you are taking any antacid, take them 2 hours before or after Asunra 400mg Tablet DT. Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
