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hematin

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hematin is a hematin drug. It is currently in unknown development for Iron deficiency anemia, Megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency.

Hematin works by replenishing iron stores in the body, which is essential for the production of red blood cells.

Hematin is a dark bluish or brownish pigment containing iron in the ferric state, obtained by the oxidation of haem. It is a small molecule used in clinical studies for the treatment of Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia, often in combination with other interventions such as ATRA.

At a glance

Generic namehematin
Drug classhematin
Therapeutic areaHematology
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Think of hematin like a refill for your body's iron tank. When you're low on iron, your body can't make enough healthy red blood cells, leading to anemia. Hematin helps fill the tank, allowing your body to produce the red blood cells it needs to function properly.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about hematin

What is hematin?

hematin is a hematin drug, indicated for Iron deficiency anemia, Megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency.

How does hematin work?

Hematin works by replenishing iron stores in the body, which is essential for the production of red blood cells.

What is hematin used for?

hematin is indicated for Iron deficiency anemia, Megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency.

What drug class is hematin in?

hematin belongs to the hematin class. See all hematin drugs at /class/hematin.

What development phase is hematin in?

hematin is in unknown.

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