Desferrioxamine (Demogen)™

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Chronic iron overload,Desferrioxamine mesilate is used to promote iron excretion in patients with iron overload as a result of multiple blood transfusions frequently used in the treatment of some chronic anaemias and thalassaemia. Long-term therapy with desferrioxamine mesilate slows accumulation of hepatic iron and retards or eliminates progression of hepatic fibrosis. Patients under the age of 3 years with small degree of iron overload have relatively poor iron mobilisation with desferrioxamine mesilate. The drug is not normally given to such patients unless significant iron mobilisation of 1 mg or more of iron per day can be demonstrated. Desferrioxamine mesilate is not indicated for the treatment of primary haemochromatosis as phlebotomy is the method of choice for removing excess iron in this disorder.,Acute iron poisoning,Desferrioxamine mesilate is an adjunct to, and not a substitute for, standard measures used in treating acute iron poisoning, which may include induction of emesis, gastric lavage, suction and maintenance of a clear airway, control of shock with intravenous fluids, blood, oxygen and vasopressor and correction of acidosis.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 36 Months
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius

Source: ARTG

Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Injection, powder for
• Intravenous
• White or almost white powder

Source: ARTG

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 1 vial
• 10 vials

Source: ARTG

This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: Desferrioxamine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Source: AHT

If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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Source: ARTG

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