Targeted active surveillance of branded generic deferasirox in pediatric thalassemia patients in a tertiary care hospital of India: A pharmacovigilance study

ADRs of deferasirox are acceptable looking at the benefits. Regular monitoring and management of ADRs will facilitate patient compliance. However, healthcare professionals need to be alert while prescribing this drug and report any ADR, even if it is not labeled. This study found increased serum lipase and mouth ulcer as adverse effects, which are not yet labeled. These can be signals for further analysis by regulatory authorities.