Exjade

Exjade is a prescription medicine used to treat chronic iron overload in patients who receive regular blood transfusions. It helps remove excess iron from the body, which can build up from repeated transfusions and cause damage to organs.

Benefits

• Helps reduce harmful iron levels in the body
• Protects vital organs like the liver, heart, and pancreas from iron-related damage
• Can prevent long-term complications caused by excess iron
• Convenient once-daily oral treatment

Dosage

• Taken once daily, usually on an empty stomach
• Dissolve the tablets in water or juice as instructed before drinking
• Dosage is based on body weight, iron levels, and response to treatment
• Your doctor will adjust the dose as needed based on regular blood tests

Warnings and Precautions

• Can affect kidney and liver function; regular monitoring is required
• Not recommended for people with severe kidney or liver problems
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• May interact with other medications; inform your healthcare provider about all medicines you are taking
• Report symptoms such as stomach pain, yellowing of skin or eyes, or unusual fatigue

How to Use

• Take at the same time each day to maintain consistent treatment levels
• Mix the prescribed dose thoroughly in water, orange juice, or apple juice until completely dissolved
• Drink immediately after preparation
• Follow all instructions provided by your doctor or pharmacist carefully

Storage

• Store at room temperature between 20–25°C (68–77°F)
• Keep in the original container to protect from moisture
• Do not store in the bathroom or expose to heat
• Keep out of reach of children

Side Effects

• Common: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, rash
• Other possible: increased liver enzymes, protein in urine, skin discoloration
• Serious (seek help): signs of liver or kidney problems, hearing or vision changes, severe rash, difficulty breathing