APO 500 (Ferriprox 500 mg)
Generic Name: deferiprone
This pill with imprint "APO 500" is White, Capsule-shape and has been identified as Ferriprox 500 mg. It is supplied by ApoPharma Inc..
Ferriprox is used in the treatment of iron overload; thalassemia and belongs to the drug classes antidotes, chelating agents. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk during pregnancy. Ferriprox 500 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
Ferriprox
- Generic Name:
- deferiprone
- Imprint:
- APO 500
- Strength:
- 500 mg
- Color:
- White
- Shape:
- Capsule-shape
- Availability:
- Prescription only
- Drug Class:
- Antidotes
Chelating agents - Pregnancy Category:
- D - Positive evidence of risk
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Labeler / Supplier:
- ApoPharma Inc.
- National Drug Code (NDC):
- 52609-6000
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- Drug class: antidotes
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