Dasatinib Tablet 50mg

Product Description

Product Name: Dasatinib Tablet 50mg

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 60's

Manufactured By: Aprazer Healthcare

Used For:

Dasatinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor used primarily to treat:

• Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) in chronic, accelerated, or blast phases
• Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL)

Side Effects:

Common side effects of Dasatinib may include:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Rash
• Fluid retention (edema)
• Muscle or bone pain

Less common but serious side effects can include:

• Severe bleeding
• Low blood cell counts leading to anemia, infections, or bleeding
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs)
• Liver toxicity
• Heart problems, including arrhythmias or heart failure

Precautions:

• Regular blood tests are necessary to monitor blood cell counts and liver function.
• Use effective contraception during treatment and for a period afterward, as Dasatinib may harm an unborn baby.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they can increase the concentration of Dasatinib in the blood, leading to potential toxicity.
• Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as Dasatinib can interact with various drugs, including anticoagulants and certain antacids.
• Report any signs of infection, bleeding, shortness of breath, or chest pain to your healthcare provider immediately.