Frequently asked question: What can you do against iron overload in case of sickle cell disease?

Iron overload can be treated with medication. The available iron reduction medications are Desferal© (also known as Deferoxamine or DFO), Ferriprox© (also known as deferiprone or F1) and Exjade© (also known as deferasirox or ICL670).

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Can you take painkillers for a sickle cell crisis at any time of day?

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How long before getting pregnant do you have to stop taking hydroxycarbamide?

What can you do against iron overload in case of sickle cell disease?

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