Asunra 400mg Tablet DT
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused by frequent blood transfusion. It helps remove the excess iron from the body and reduce the risk of it causing organ damage.
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT
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About This Medicine
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Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused by frequent blood transfusion. It helps remove the excess iron from the body and reduce the risk of it causing organ damage.
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused by frequent blood transfusion. It helps remove the excess iron from the body and reduce the risk of it causing organ damage.
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT should be taken on an empty stomach. Take it in the exact dose and duration and take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit from it.
Using of Asunra 400mg Tablet DT may cause common side effects such as nausea, headache, constipation, and diarrhea. If the side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
Before using this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver diseases. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking to ensure your safety.
03Uses
Treatment of Iron overload
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is to be taken empty stomach.
05How It Works
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT traps and removes excess iron which is then excreted mainly in the stools. This reduces the risk of organ damage.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Asunra Tablet DT?
A: If you miss a dose of Asunra 400mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Iron overload
Iron overload, as the name suggests, means excess of iron in the human body. Too much iron can cause organ damage, which can lead to conditions such as cancer, irregular heartbeat and cirrhosis of the liver. Symptoms are related to conditions that arise from iron overload such as high blood sugar levels (diabetes), darkening of the skin, abnormal heart rhythm or arthritis. By using Asunra 400mg Tablet DT, this excess of iron can be decreased to safe levels by removing it from the body through stools. This helps to reduce the risk of organ damage and prevents further complications. Take Asunra 400mg Tablet DT as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.
08Side Effects
Nausea
Headache
Vomiting
Rash
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Itching
Abdominal distension
Diarrhea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Asunra 400mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:UNSAFE
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Asunra 400mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT is used to reduce excess iron from the body.
Inform your doctor if you also have upper stomach pain, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes).
Take an adequate amount of water while taking Asunra 400mg Tablet DT.
Asunra 400mg Tablet DT may cause dizziness. It is advisable not to drive or operate any machinery until you feel normal again.
If you are taking any antacid, take them 2 hours before or after Asunra 400mg Tablet DT.
Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
References
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