This page contains brief details about the drug , it's indication, dosage & administaration, mechanism of action, related brands with strength, warnings and common side effects.
Background and Date of Approval
The U.S. FDA approved Disodium guanosine 5-monophosphate + lactoferrin on 8th Jan 2010. This medicine belongs to a group of monoclonal antibodies (a protein made from specific immune cells)
Mechanism of Action of undefined
Disodium guanosine 5-monophosphate + lactoferrin works by decreasing the hepcidin (liver hormone) levels and improving ferroportin (transmembrane protein) stabilization. This leads to the release of absorbed iron from the storage sites to the circulation. As a result, the levels of hemoglobin and iron in the blood increase.
Uses of undefined
Disodium guanosine 5-monophosphate + lactoferrin Injection treats iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in pregnant women.
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Disodium guanosine 5-monophosphate + lactoferrin is available as a 100mg tablet which is administered orally. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition.
Warnings, Precautions and Side Effects of undefined
Warnings
The immune system may be modulated by lactoferrin. People who suffer from autoimmune diseases ought to use caution and should speak with a physician prior to taking lactoferrin supplements. Lactoferrin binds to iron and may affect iron absorption. Individuals with iron overload conditions, such as hemochromatosis, should use lactoferrin under the guidance of a healthcare provider. It is recommended to consult with your doctor and take a proper dose as per the doctor's advice. Don't overdose on it.
Precautions
Consult your doctor if you have allergic symptoms immediately. If you feel any persisting discomfort after using the medicine, speak with the doctor. It is unknown whether Disodium guanosine 5-monophosphate + lactoferrin is excreted in breast milk. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more information.
Side Effects
The common side effects that are experienced while you are on the treatment with disodium guanosine 5-monophosphate + lactoferrin are stomach upset and pain, constipation, vomiting.
Word Of Advice
It is recommended to drink plenty of water and take some electrolytes to compensate for the loss due to the disodium guanosine 5-monophosphate + lactoferrin. Don't eat high oil or junk food. It will make your stomach even worse. Consult your doctor if you have allergic symptoms immediately. If you feel any persisting discomfort after using the medicine, speak with the doctor.
Frequently Asked Question
References
- Frimline Pvt. Ltd., [Accessed on 8th July 2021], https://www.larenon.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/FERRONOMIC.pdf
- James L. Zehnder, Agents Used in Cytopenias; Hematopoietic Growth Factors, Lange's Basic & Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 591-607.
- H.G. Watson, J.I.O. Craig, L.M. Manson, Blood disease, Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine, 22nd Edition, 2014, 989-1056.
Disclaimer
The drug information on this page is not a substitute for medical advice, it is meant for educational purposes only. For further details consult your doctor about your medical condition to know if you are eligible to receive this treatment.
