Exjade is usually taken once a day on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before eating.
Try to take it at about the same time each day. A regular schedule can make it easier to remember your dose and helps support consistent removal of excess iron from the body.
Exjade Tablets Must Be Dispersed First
Exjade tablets are not meant to be chewed or swallowed whole.
Instead, place the prescribed number of tablets into water, orange juice, or apple juice and stir until the tablets have completely broken apart and are well dispersed in the liquid.
The mixture may look cloudy or contain fine particles. This is expected.
How Much Liquid to Use
For doses of less than 1,000 mg, mix the tablets with about ½ cup, or 100 mL, of liquid.
For doses of 1,000 mg or more, use about 1 cup, or 200 mL, of liquid.
Using enough liquid helps make sure the tablets disperse properly and makes the full dose easier to take.
Drink the Mixture Right Away
Once the tablets are fully dispersed, drink the entire mixture immediately.
Do not prepare the dose ahead of time and save it for later.
Make Sure You Get the Full Dose
Some medication may remain on the sides or bottom of the glass after you drink the mixture.
If this happens, add a small amount of water, orange juice, or apple juice to the glass, stir again, and drink the remaining liquid.
This helps ensure you receive the complete prescribed dose.
Take Exjade Before Food
Exjade should be taken on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes before food.
Taking it according to these instructions helps your body absorb the medication consistently.
Avoid Aluminum-Containing Antacids
Do not take Exjade at the same time as antacids that contain aluminum unless your healthcare provider specifically recommends it.
Tell your healthcare provider about any antacids, stomach medicines, supplements, or other medications you use.
Take Exjade Regularly
Exjade works gradually to remove excess iron, so it is important to take it every day as prescribed.
Do not skip doses frequently, take extra medication, or change your dose on your own. Irregular treatment may make it harder to bring your iron levels into the desired range.
Your Dose May Change Over Time
The amount of Exjade you need may change during treatment.
Your healthcare provider will usually monitor your iron levels, kidney function, liver function, and overall response. Based on these results, your dose may be increased, decreased, or temporarily stopped.
Do Not Take More Than Prescribed
Taking more Exjade than recommended will not remove iron faster and may increase the risk of serious side effects.
Always use the exact dose prescribed by your healthcare provider.
If You Have Trouble Taking the Medication
If you have difficulty preparing or drinking the Exjade mixture, talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Do not change how you take the medication without guidance, because different deferasirox formulations may have different instructions.
Getting the Best Results
For the best results, take Exjade once daily, on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before food, and prepare the tablets exactly as directed.
Regular treatment and scheduled laboratory tests are important because they help your healthcare provider make sure Exjade is removing excess iron safely and effectively.
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