Sprycel 70mg Tablet (Dasatinib)
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Dasatinib
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Overview
Sprycel 70mg tablet (Dasatinib) is an anticancer drug used in the treatment of certain blood cancers, including chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL). Its active drug composition is dasatinib, which belongs to the drug class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors.
The medicine acts as a targeted therapy that inhibits BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase that is involved in the growth of cancer cells in certain leukemias. This drug is not recommended for children under the age of 18.
Indication
Blood Cancer
Side Effects
Certain medicines can cause side effects because they not only treat specific conditions but may also affect other parts of the body, leading to unwanted reactions.
Sprycel 70mg tablet (Dasatinib) is one such medication and may cause symptoms such as:
● Headache
● Nausea
● Anemia
● Rash
● Vomiting
● Fatigue
● Infection
● Joint pain
● Abdominal pain
● Localized edema
● Pulmonary hypertension
● Generalized edema
● Heart failure
● Pulmonary edema
● Hemorrhage
How To Use
Dasatinib 70mg tablet (Sprycel) is usually taken once daily, with or without food, at a fixed time. As it may cause certain side effects, do not adjust the dose on your own.
Always take the medication exactly as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
Reference
● Lindauer, M., & Hochhaus, A. (2014). Dasatinib. Small Molecules in Oncology, 27-65.
● Olivieri, A., & Manzione, L. (2007). Dasatinib: a new step in molecular target therapy. Annals of Oncology, 18, vi42-vi46.
● Lindauer, M., & Hochhaus, A. (2009). Dasatinib. Small molecules in oncology, 83-102.
● Aguilera, D. G., & Tsimberidou, A. M. (2009). Dasatinib in chronic myeloid leukemia: a review. Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management, 281-289.
● Kantarjian, H., Shah, N. P., Hochhaus, A., Cortes, J., Shah, S., Ayala, M., ... & Baccarani, M. (2010). Dasatinib versus imatinib in newly diagnosed chronic-phase chronic myeloid leukemia. New England Journal of Medicine, 362(24), 2260-2270.
Safety Advice
- ● Alcohol: Alcohol should be limited strongly while taking the Sprycel 70mg tablet (Dasatinib) or it is best to avoid it, as this may affect liver function and cause serious side effects.
- ● Driving: Dasatinib 70mg tablet (Sprycel) may cause certain side effects such as dizziness or fatigue. Therefore, patients are advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if such symptoms occur during treatment.
- ● Pregnancy: Use effective contraception while taking the Sprycel 70mg tablet, as the drug is not considered safe during pregnancy and may pose a risk to the developing fetus.
- ● Breastfeeding: Dasatinib 70mg tablet (Sprycel) may pass into breast milk and could potentially harm the nursing infant; therefore, its use is not recommended during breastfeeding unless clearly advised by a healthcare professional.
- ● Kidney: Sprycel 70mg tablet is not known to cause significant harmful effects on kidney function; however, it should still be used with caution and under medical supervision.
- ● Liver: Sprycel 70mg tablet (Dasatinib) may increase the risk of liver toxicity; therefore, regular liver function tests are recommended as advised by the doctor.
FAQs
1. What Dasatinib 70mg tablet (Sprycel) treat?
Sprycel 70mg tablets are used in the treatment of certain blood cancers, such as Philadelphia chromosome-positive (ph+) chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), to control disease progression.
2. What is the active drug composition of Sprycel 70mg tablet?
The Sprycel 70mg tablet salt composition is dasatinib, which helps to inhibit BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase, which is responsible for the growth of cancer cells.
3. Can I take Sprycel 70mg tablet (Dasatinib) with a combination of drugs?
Taking a Sprycel tablet with other treatments may affect its effectiveness or increase the risk of interactions. Therefore, consult your doctor for proper dose adjustment and safe use.
4. How long does it takes to see complete result of Dasatinib 70mg tablet (Sprycel)?
Sprycel 70mg tablets may take several weeks or months; use them consistently until the doctor does not recommend stopping them.
5. Is Sprycel 70mg tablet (Dasatinib) cause side effects?
Yes, the Sprycel 70mg tablet causes various side effects, including nausea, headache, rash, infection, joint pain, etc. If any of the symptoms persist, visit the doctor immediately.
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