Ferriprox
Ferriprox (deferiprone) is an iron-chelating agent used to treat iron overload in patients with thalassemia and other conditions requiring regular blood transfusions. It works by binding to excess iron in the body and facilitating its removal through urine and feces. This medication is typically prescribed when other iron chelation therapies are not suitable.
Ferriprox is an iron-chelating medication used to treat iron overload in patients with thalassemia and related transfusion-dependent conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1190352
- Generic
- Ferriprox
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Treatment of iron overload in patients with thalassemia major and other transfusion-dependent anemias when other chelation therapy is inadequate or contraindicated.
Ferriprox is an iron chelator that binds to excess iron in the blood and tissues, forming a water-soluble compound that can be excreted primarily through urine, thereby reducing total body iron burden.
Requires regular monitoring of blood counts due to risk of neutropenia and agranulocytosis. Should not be used with other iron chelators simultaneously without medical supervision. May cause GI symptoms and joint pain. Only available through restricted distribution program.
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