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Generic: deferasirox View All Brands Exjade A chelating agent - It helps to prevent and treat too much iron in the blood caused by blood transfusions				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? antacids that have aluminum iron supplements or vitamins that have iron other iron binders like deferoxamine vitamin C This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor for regular check ups. You will need important blood work, vision tests, and hearing tests done while you are taking this medicine. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Avoid taking antacids containing aluminum at the same time as this medicine. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue black or bloody stools or blood in vomit changes in hearing changes in vision dark urine fever or chills, sore throat general ill feeling or flu- like symptoms loss of appetite, nausea right upper belly pain trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine unusual bleeding or bruising unusually weak or tired yellowing of the eyes or skin Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): cough diarrhea headache nausea, vomiting stomach pain trouble sleeping This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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