Aquamephyton and Deferasirox

• Generic Name: phytonadione
• Dosage Forms: injection, emulsion
• Other Brand Names: Mephyton, Aquamephyton, Konakion, Vitamin K1

Phytonadione injection is used to treat bleeding or blood clotting problems caused by vitamin K deficiency, certain medicines (eg, warfarin), or medical conditions (obstructive jaundice, ulcerative colitis). Phytonadione is a man-made form of vitamin K, which occurs naturally in the body. It treats and prevents low levels of blood clotting factors needed to help your blood to thicken and stop bleeding normally.

This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

• Generic Name: deferasirox
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Exjade, Jadenu, Jadenu Sprinkle

Deferasirox binds to iron and removes it from the bloodstream.

Deferasirox is used to treat iron overload caused by blood transfusions in adults and children at least 2 years old.

Deferasirox is also used to treat chronic iron overload syndrome caused by a genetic blood disorder in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.

Deferasirox may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.