Daslemia 50 mg Tablet contains the active ingredient dasatinib, a type of chemotherapy drug known as a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It is mostly used to treat leukemias that are positive for the Philadelphia chromosome (Ph+), such as Acute lymphoblastic leukemia and Chronic Myeloid leukemia.

Brand Name: Daslemia

Composition: Dasatinib

Mechanism of Action:

Dasatinib functions by blocking a number of tyrosine kinases that are essential for cancer cells to proliferate and survive. It specifically targets the BCR-ABL protein, which is generated in Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and Chronic Myeloid leukemia (CML) as a result of the abnormal Philadelphia chromosome. Dasatinib inhibits this protein, which stops cancer cells from proliferating and causes them to die.

Uses:

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

Chronic Myeloid leukemia (CML)

Dosage and Administration:

100 mg once daily as directed by a healthcare provider. Dosage can vary depending on the condition being treated and the patient's response to therapy. The tablet is taken orally, with or without food. It should be swallowed whole, not crushed or chewed.

Side Effects:

• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Skin rash
• Headache
• Muscle or joint pain
• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Anemia
• Fever
• Low blood platelets

Safety Advise:

Kidney  

Kidney function tests should be conducted periodically, as dasatinib can cause renal toxicity. Kindly speak with your Healthcare Provider.

Liver  

Liver function tests should be conducted periodically, as dasatinib can cause hepatic toxicity. Kindly speak with your Healthcare Provider.

Pregnancy  

As dasatinib may harm the fetus, it is not advised to use it during pregnancy. During therapy, women who are or may get pregnant should take an effective form of contraception. Kindly speak with your Healthcare Provider.

Breast Feeding  

It is not safe to use Daslemia 50mg Tablet during nursing. Evidence points to the possibility of medication poisoning in the fetus. Kindly speak with your Healthcare Provider.

Alcohol  

It is unknown whether it is safe to take alcohol with Daslemia 50mg Tablet. Kindly speak with your Healthcare Provider.

Driving  

Your ability to drive may be impacted by adverse effects from Daslemia 50mg Tablet. Kindly speak with your Healthcare Provider.

Storage:

Store at room temperature (15°C - 30°C), away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the medication out of reach of children.

How to use this Medication?

Take this medicine by mouth with water, following the prescription label, and avoid grapefruit juice. Do not cut or crush it, and avoid antacids or other acid-reducing medicines within 2 hours of taking this medication.

Consult your pediatrician about the usage of this medication in young patients. Although this medication may be administered for specific diseases in children as young as one year old, there are some things to keep in mind.

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