Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition
Deferasirox (360mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet 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
Introduction
Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet 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. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet 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 Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet 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
Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet 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
Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet traps and removes excess iron which is then excreted mainly in the stools. This reduces the risk of organ damage.
Quick Tips
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 Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet. Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet 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 Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions
What is Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet used for?
Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet is used to remove excess iron that builds up in the body due to repeated blood transfusions, a common treatment for beta thalassemia major (a genetic blood disorder).
How does Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet work?
Defrijet FCT 360 Tablet works by binding to excess iron in the bloodstream and removing it through stool.
