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Desferal – Deferoxamine Mesylate uses, dose and side effects

Repeated blood transfusions may be necessary for patients with various types of anemia ( anemia ). Repeated blood transfusions can, however, give rise to an accumulation of excess iron. This is because blood contains iron and the body has no natural way of removing the excess iron obtained through blood transfusions. Over time, excess iron can damage important organs e.g. liver and heart. Desferal is used in children and adults to remove excess iron and reduce the risk of it causing organ damage.

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