Dasakast 50 mg Tablet
Rx RequiredSalt Composition: Dasakast
Expiry Date: 01/2028
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60 tablet
About The Product
Blood Cancer
Dasakast is an anticancer formulation comprising Dasatinib. It belongs to the class of small molecule antineoplastic breakpoint cluster region-abelson (BCR-ABL) inhibitors. This medicine is used in the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL). Dasakast is administered as an oral-use tablet with a glass of water. It should be taken in the same strength as prescribed by your medical practitioner. The medication should never be missed or overdosed unless recommended by your GP.
Description
Dasatinib, at nanomolar concentrations, represses the latter kinases: BCR-ABL, SRC family (SRC, LCK, YES, FYN), c-KIT, EPHA2, and PDGFRβ. Based on modeling studies, dasatinib is predicted to bind to varied conformations of the ABL kinase.
In vitro, dasatinib was active in leukemic cell lines denoting variants of imatinib mesylate sensitive and resistant conditions. The compound hindered the growth of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) cell lines overexpressing BCR-ABL.
Side Effects
The following are some of the common adverse effects that are associated with the use of Dasakast tablets.
Joint pain
Bleeding gums
Constipation
Loss of appetite
Difficulty in breathing
Fatigue
Nausea
Infection
Low blood platelets
Muscle pain
Bone pain
Unusual tiredness
Chills
Skin rash
Weight loss
Tingling in the arms and feet
Vomiting
How To Use
- Take Dasakast tablets as per the prescription given by your general practitioner.
- Do not increase/decrease the dose strength.
- Do not overdose on Dasakast tablets.
- If you experience the symptoms of overdose, make sure to tell your healthcare provider about the same.
Safety Advice
It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
Do not take Dasakast tablets without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Without a doctor's consultation, do not take this medicine if you're breastfeeding.
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of the medicine.
Do not take Dasakast tablets without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking this medicine.
Missed Doses
- Do not skip the dose of Dasakast (Dasatinib) tablets.
- If you miss a dose, make sure to tell your healthcare provider about the same.
FAQs
Dasakast is an anticancer formulation comprising Dasatinib.
This medicine is used in the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL).
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