Deferiprone

**Definition:** A pyridone derivative and iron chelator that is used in the treatment of IRON OVERLOAD in patients with THALASSEMIA.

**Tree numbers:** - D03.383.725.791.298

**Synonyms:** - 1,2-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyridinone - HDMPP - 1,2-Dimethyl-3-hydroxypyrid-4-one - 3-Hydroxy-1,2-dimethyl-4-pyridinone - DMOHPO - 1,2-Dimethyl-3-hydroxypyridin-4-one