Desferal 500 mg/1
deferoxamine mesylate · INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION · Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Desferal (deferoxamine mesylate) is an injectable medication used to treat iron overload in the body, a condition that can occur in patients who receive multiple blood transfusions or have certain blood disorders. It works by binding to excess iron and helping your body remove it through urine.
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Desferal
- Generic Name
- deferoxamine mesylate
- NDC Code (Product)
0078-0467- Manufacturer
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
- Strength
- 500 mg/1
- Dosage Form
- INJECTION, POWDER, LYOPHILIZED, FOR SOLUTION
- Route
- INTRAMUSCULAR, INTRAVENOUS, SUBCUTANEOUS
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- NDA016267
- Marketing Start
- 04/02/1968
Recall History
No Recall HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
What is Desferal used for?
Desferal (deferoxamine mesylate) is an injectable medication used to treat iron overload in the body, a condition that can occur in patients who receive multiple blood transfusions or have certain blood disorders. It works by binding to excess iron and helping your body remove it through urine.
Is Desferal a controlled substance?
Desferal is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Desferal?
The generic name for Desferal is deferoxamine mesylate. There are 7 other brand versions of deferoxamine mesylate.
What is the NDC code for Desferal 500 mg/1?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Desferal 500 mg/1 is 0078-0467, listed by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.