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Dasamyl 70 Tablet

Manufactured byMylan Pharmaceuticals
ContainsDasatinib
Description
Dasamyl 70 Tablet is an anticancer medicine used to treat certain types of blood cancer. It blocks the action of an abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. Thus, it stops the cancer cells from spreading. Dasamyl 70 Tablet may cause some side effects like diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, fever, fatigue, weakness, headache, dizziness, rash, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or become severe. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Dasamyl 70 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose as it may increase the risk of undesired effects. Take it every day at the same time to maintain a consistent level of this medicine in your blood. Do not discontinue this medication without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition. Dasamyl 70 Tablet may not be suitable for everyone. It is not recommended for use in children weighing less than 10 kg. Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, or kidney problems or any other health conditions to make sure it is safe for you. Also, inform your doctor about all your ongoing medications to avoid undesired effects. Dasamyl 70 Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm the unborn baby. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Dasamyl 70 Tablet

  • Body aches or Pain
  • Burning, numbness, tingling in the arms and feet
  • Chest pain
  • Chills
  • Cough
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Weight gain
  • Fever
  • Sore throat
  • Ulcers or white spots in the mouth
  • Nausea
  • Irregular breathing
  • Increased sweating
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Skin Rash

Uses of Dasamyl 70 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia (Ph+ CML)
  • Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL)
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken by Dasamyl 70 Tablet to show its effect is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Dasamyl 70 Tablet remains effective in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Dasamyl 70 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Dasamyl 70 Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm your developing foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Due to the lack of relevant safety information, Dasamyl 70 Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Dasamyl 70 Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Dasamyl 70 Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm your developing foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Due to the lack of relevant safety information, Dasamyl 70 Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Dasamyl 70 Tablet may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Hence, avoid performing activities that require mental alertness, such as driving vehicles or operating machines, if you experience such symptoms.

Bonemarrow suppression

Bone marrow suppression is a condition in which your bone marrow (a spongy substance found in most bones that produces blood cells) activity is reduced which further leads to a decrease in blood cell count. If you are diagnosed with such a condition, Dasamyl 70 Tablet should be used with caution as it may further worsen your condition.

Internal bleeding or hemorrhage

Dasamyl 70 Tablet should be used with caution due to the increased risk of internal bleeding or haemorrhages. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, black or tarry stools, vomiting up blood, etc.

Risk of infections

Dasamyl 70 Tablet may weaken your immune system and make you more vulnerable to infections. Hence, avoid coming in contact with people having infections while taking this medicine.

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)

Pulmonary arterial hypertension refers to high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. Dasamyl 70 Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause pulmonary arterial hypertension. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience breathing difficulty or fatigue.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Dasamyl 70 Tablet as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Dasamyl 70 Tablet. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

BCG vaccine

Adalimumab

Alteplase

Dabigatran

Cisapride

Diclofenac

Disease interactions

Cardiovascular disease

Use of Dasamyl 70 Tablet may cause QT prolongation (a condition in which your heart muscles take a longer time to recharge between a heartbeat). Hence, it should be used with caution if you have heart problems or taking other medications that are known to cause QT prolongation. If you have low blood potassium or magnesium levels, it may further worsen your condition.

Fluid retention

Dasamyl 70 Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause fluid retention (abnormal build-up of fluid in the body). Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your clinical condition.

Hepatic impairment

Dasamyl 70 Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Grapefruit juice can significantly increase the blood levels of Dasamyl 70 Tablet. Hence consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience palpitation, sore throat, unusual bleeding, paleness, fatigue, fever, chills, weight loss, pain or burning during urination, body sores, muscle pain, etc.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Dasamyl 70 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Swallow as a whole with a sufficient amount of water. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment with this medicine to avoid becoming pregnant. Dasamyl 70 Tablet may increase your risk of severe bleeding, especially if you are taking a blood thinner or any medication to prevent blood clots. Dasamyl 70 Tablet may weaken your immune system and increase the risk of infections. Avoid coming in contact with people who are sick or have infections. Avoid consuming grapefruit juice during treatment with this medicine as it may increase the risk of undesired effects.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Dasamyl 70 Tablet works by inhibiting the actions of an abnormal protein that cause the cancer cells to multiply. This helps in stopping the growth and spread of cancer.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase inhibitors, Anticancer drug

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 2 Mar 2022

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