Kelfer 250 Capsule
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Gastro Intestinal
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Gynaecological
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Hormones
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Ophthal
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Respiratory
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Kelfer 250 Capsule
Welcome to the information page for Kelfer 250 Capsule, brought to you by Cipla Ltd. This product contains the active ingredient Deferiprone (250mg) and is indicated for Treatment of Iron overload. Here, you can find crucial details, including its uses, pricing, and options to add it to your wishlist or compare it with similar medications.
- MRP: ₹ 266.8
- Packing: 50.0 capsules in 1 bottle
- Salt Combination: Deferiprone (250mg)
- Brand: Cipla Ltd
- Uses: Treatment of Iron overload
Description
- Kelfer 250 Capsule is a medicine used in the treatment of chronic iron overload caused due to frequent blood transfusion
- It helps removes excess iron and reduces the risk of it causing organ damage
- Kelfer 250 Capsule may be taken with or without food
- Take it regularly at a fixed time each day to get the maximum benefit of the medicine
- Take it as long as the doctor has prescribed it
- Do not stop taking the medicine unless the full course is completed.
- The most common side effects of Kelfer 250 Capsule include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and urine discoloration
- If any of these side effects bother you or if you experience any other symptoms which you think is due to the medicine, inform your doctor.
Cautions
| Liver: | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Kelfer 250 Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised in patients with liver disease while taking this medicine. | |
| Kidney: | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Kelfer 250 Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.^Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised in these patients while taking this medicine. | |
| Driving: | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Kelfer 250 Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. | |
| Breast feeding: | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Kelfer 250 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | |
| Pregnency: | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Kelfer 250 Capsule 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. | |
| Alcohol: | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Kelfer 250 Capsule. Please consult your doctor. | |
| Drug Action: | Iron chelating agents | |
| Therapeutic class: | BLOOD RELATED | |
| Habit Forming: | No | |
| Chemical Class: | Pyridone derivative |
Uses
Uses of Kelfer 250 Capsule
- 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 Kelfer 250 Capsule, 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 Kelfer 250 Capsule as prescribed by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Kelfer 250 Capsule, 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.FAQs
Frequestly asked Questions
What is Kelfer 250 Capsule used for?
Kelfer 250 Capsule is used to reduce iron overload caused due to frequent blood transfusions in patients suffering from thalassemia (inherited autosomal recessive blood disorder) when other drugs like deferoxamine are inadequate or contraindicated
How does Kelfer 250 Capsule work?
Kelfer 250 Capsule is a chelating agent. It binds to excess iron in body, promoting its removal from the body and preventing iron toxicity.
Side Effects
Common and Known Side effects of Kelfer 250 Capsule
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Urine discoloration
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