Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's
About Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's
Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's belongs to the group of medicines called iron chelators. Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's is indicated for treating chronic iron overload due to blood transfusions (transfusional hemosiderosis) in patients two years older. It can also be indicated for treating chronic iron overload in patients ten years of age and older with non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia (NTDT).
The active ingredient in Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's is deferasirox. It is a trivalent iron selective chelating agent. It binds the excess iron and eliminates it through faeces. The danger of organ damage is reduced as a result.
Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's is available in the form of oral formulations. Please take Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor based on specific medical conditions. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, skin rashes, and increased serum creatinine. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
To treat your condition effectually, continue using Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's without a doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using the Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's to rule out any side effects.
Uses of Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's
Medicinal Benefits
Deferasirox is the active component in Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's. It's a chelating agent that selectively binds to trivalent iron. It binds extra iron and excretes it in the faeces. As a result, the risk of organ damage is lowered.
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Side Effects of Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's
Drug Warnings
Do not take Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's if you are allergic to Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's or its ingredients. Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's is not usually recommended if you are a pregnant or lactating woman; there is not enough information to say whether it's safe. However, your doctor may prescribe it if they think the medicine's benefits outweigh the risks. It is unknown whether Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's alters the ability to drive, so do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any symptoms affecting your ability to concentrate and react. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's as it could lead to unpleasant side effects. Should monitor elderly and paediatric patients closely for toxicity.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug interactions: Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's may interact with aluminium-containing antacids (e.g. aluminium hydroxide, aluminium glycinate), anti-diabetic drugs (e.g. repaglinide), xanthines (e.g. theophylline), alkylating agents (e.g. busulfan), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g. aspirin, celecoxib) and antihypertensive drugs (e.g. diltiazem), and common painkiller (e.g. paracetamol).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol and caffeine along with Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's.
Drug-Disease Interactions: People affected with bone marrow suppression, dermatologic toxicities, hepatic impairment, renal dysfunction, auditory and ocular abnormalities, and GI complication should consult the doctor before taking Asunra 400 mg Tablet 6's.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Hemochromatosis, or iron overload, is a condition in which your body stores too much iron. It can cause severe damage to your body, including to your heart, liver and pancreas.