Dasib 70 – Dasatinib 70mg Tablet

Dasib 70 – Dasatinib 70mg Tablet Description :

Dasib 70- Dasatinib 70 mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication used to treat certain types of blood cancer. It belongs to a group of medicines called tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs). It works by blocking abnormal proteins responsible for the growth and multiplication of cancer cells, thereby slowing down the progression of cancer.

Dasib 70 – Dasatinib 70mg Tablet Uses:

Dasatinib 70 mg Tablet is used for the treatment of:

• Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML).
• Philadelphia Chromosome-Positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (Ph+ ALL).
• Certain cases of blood cancer that have not responded to previous treatments or when patients cannot tolerate other treatments.

Side Effects

Dasatinib 70 mg Tablet may cause some side effects. These can vary from person to person.

Common Side Effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Fatigue and weakness
• Fever
• Skin rash
• Muscle pain
• Joint pain
• Abdominal pain
• Swelling (fluid retention)
• Loss of appetite

Serious Side Effects

• Low blood cell counts: May cause anaemia, infections and increased bleeding.
• Severe bleeding: Unusual bruising, blood in urine or stools.
• Fluid accumulation: Fluid around the lungs, causing chest pain or breathing difficulties.
• Heart problems: Irregular heartbeat or chest discomfort.
• Liver problems: Yellowing of the skin or eyes and dark urine.
• Pulmonary arterial hypertension: Increased blood pressure in the lungs.
• Severe allergic reactions: Swelling of the face, lips or throat.

Seek immediate medical attention if serious symptoms occur.

Dosage

• The dosage should be determined by an oncologist based on the patient’s condition, age and response to treatment.
• It is generally prescribed once daily, depending on the treatment regimen.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Do not crush, break or chew the tablet.
• Take the medicine at the same time each day.
• Do not stop or change the dosage without consulting your doctor.

Important: Although this tablet contains 70 mg of dasatinib, 70 mg is not the standard starting dose for every patient. The prescribed dose depends on the type of leukaemia and individual treatment requirements. Regular blood tests are necessary during treatment.

Always take Dasatinib exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop or change the dose without medical advice.