The average cost for 24 vials of 500mg of Deferoxamine is $65.94 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 81.63% off the average retail price of $358.88.
VialTypical dosage for Deferoxamine
Too much iron as a result of multiple blood transfusions:
- The typical dose is 1,000-2,000 mg daily, given as an infusion under the skin over 8-24 hours by a healthcare provider.
Deferoxamine can also be given through an intravenous (IV) infusion or injected into the muscle by a healthcare provider. Your provider will determine the appropriate dose for you, depending on how you're receiving this medication.
For severe and sudden iron poisoning:
- The typical starting dose is 1,000 mg injected into the muscle once by a healthcare provider. Your provider might give you additional smaller doses of Deferoxamine every 4-12 hours, depending on how your body responds to the medication.
If you are in shock, your provider will give you Deferoxamine through an IV infusion.
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