Deferiprone (Ferriprox)
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General information
Class/mechanism: Iron chelating agent; binds with ferric ions and forms neutral 3:1 (deferiprone:iron) complexes that are stable over a wide range of pH values. Deferiprone has higher binding affinity for iron than other metals such as copper, aluminum, and zinc.[1][2][3]
Route: PO
Extravasation: n/a
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Patient drug information
- Deferiprone (Ferriprox) package insert pages 9-12[1]
- Deferiprone (Ferriprox) patient drug information (UpToDate)[4]
Also known as
- Brand name: Ferriprox