Deferoxamine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Desferal, desferrioxamine
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects,
a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side
effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible
if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Bluish fingernails, lips, or skin; blurred vision or other problems with vision; convulsions
(seizures); difficulty in breathing (wheezing), or
fast breathing; fast heartbeat; hearing problems; pain or swelling at place of injection; redness or flushing of skin; skin rash, hives, or itching
Hearing and vision problems are more likely to occur in younger patients
taking high doses and on long-term treatment.
Deferoxamine may cause the urine to turn orange-rose
in color. This is to be expected while you are using this medicine.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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