DASATINIB 100 mg (Spnib) x 30 Tablets

Uses of Dasatinib 100 mg

• Treats Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukaemia (Ph+ CML)
• Treats Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (Ph+ ALL)
• Helps control the growth of leukaemia cells
• Used as a targeted cancer therapy
• May be prescribed when other treatments are unsuitable or have stopped working

Benefits

• Targets abnormal proteins involved in leukaemia-cell growth
• Helps slow disease progression
• May help achieve and maintain remission
• Supports an improved treatment response in suitable patients
• Provides a convenient oral treatment option

How Does Dasatinib 100 mg Work?

Dasatinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI). It works by blocking BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase and other abnormal proteins that cause leukaemia cells to grow and divide uncontrollably. By inhibiting these proteins, dasatinib helps stop the multiplication of cancer cells and slow the progression of the disease.

Side Effects

• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Fluid retention
• Low blood cell counts
• Shortness of breath
• Muscle or joint pain
• Increased risk of infections

Precautions

• Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Regular blood tests may be required during treatment.
• Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, heart problems, bleeding disorders, or low blood cell counts.
• Report fever, unusual bleeding, chest pain, swelling, or breathing difficulties immediately.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise.
• Use effective contraception during treatment as directed by your doctor.
• Do not stop treatment or change the dose without medical advice.