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Iron chelation drugs causing a rash. are there alternative drugs?

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Iron chelation: The only medications for iron chelation are Desferal (given intravenously and subcutaneously) or Exjade and Deferiprone (both given orally). Try discussing a switch with your doctor, or see whether taking allergy medications can help.

Answered 6/25/2014

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