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Jadenu Information

Jadenu (deferasirox) is used to treat chronic iron overload in adult patients and children aged 2 years and older who receive blood transfusions for the treatment of anemias, and who cannot be adequately treated with deferoxamine; adult patients and children aged 10 years and older with a certain blood disorder (thalassemia syndromes) who do not require regular blood transfusions for the treatment of anemia. Jadenu is an iron chelating agent which works by binding to iron and removing the excess iron from the body (also called iron overload), thereby reducing the risk of organ damage caused by iron overload. Jadenu is available as 90 mg, 180 mg, and 360 mg tablets.

Jadenu Side Effects

The most common side effect of Jadenu may include gastrointestinal disorders, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pain in the abdomen, bloating, constipation, indigestion; skin rash; headache. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Blurred or cloudy eyesight;
• Frequent heartburn or abdominal pain (signs of ulcers) particularly after eating or taking the drug;
• Hearing loss;
• Liver disease or damage;
• Reduced hearing;
• Severe upper stomach pain (sign of pancreatitis);
• Symptoms of decreased bone marrow function such as unusual tiredness, pale skin, signs of infection (such as fever, chills, persistent sore throat), easy bruising or bleeding;
• Vomiting blood and/or have black stools.

Jadenu Precautions

Do not use Jadenu if you are allergic to deferasirox or to any other ingredients in this medication or if you have severe kidney disease; cancer; low platelet count; a bone marrow disorder. Before you start taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have severe heart problems (acute cardiac failure); ulcer or bleeding in the stomach or intestines; liver or kidney problems; visual (eye) problems; hearing problems; blood disorders (a low level of platelets or white blood cell count); skin problems, are pregnant or are breast feeding. This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm an unborn baby. Jadenu can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using non hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Jadenu and other medications. If you feel dizzy after taking Jadenu, do not drive or operate any tools or machines until you are feeling normal again. Children and older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, therefore should be monitored closely by their doctor.

Do I need a prescription to order Jadenu?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Jadenu.