DASANAT 50MG TABLET

Side Effects Of Dasanat 50mg Tablet

• Fever
• chills
• Sore throat
• Weight loss
• Loss of appetite
• Mouth sores
• Dizziness
• Tingling in hands and feet
• Muscle and bone pain
• Rashes on the skin
• Yellowing of skin and eyes
• Vision complications
• Pink coloration or blood in mucous
• Shortness of breath
• pulmonary arterial hypertension

DOSAGE

Dasanat 50mg tablet is prescribed by the doctor hence, take it orally once every day and it can be taken with or without food.

Missed dose

It is advisable to avoid missing any doses of Dasanat 50mg however if you miss a dose then consult your doctor immediately.

Overdose

In case of an overdose on Dasanat, contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately.

WARNINGS

• Dasanat can cause an allergic reaction in some patients therefore it is necessary to read the complete composition list.

• Inform the doctor about all the vitamin supplements, herbal medications, and prescription and non-prescription drugs since Dasanat can interact with them. 

• It is advisable to avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding during and till two weeks after the last dosage as Dasanat can harm the fetus.

• It is advisable to avoid alcohol and avoid driving while taking Dasanat tablets.
• Inform the doctor about past medical conditions like prolonged QT interval, and liver and kidney complications, and also inform if you are lactose intolerant.

FAQ

Q - What is Dasanat?

Ans – Dasanat 50mg tablet is an anticancer capsule that is primarily used in the treatment of blood cancer.

Q - How can I take Dasanat 50mg tablet?

Ans - Dasanat is taken orally once every day.

Q – From where can I purchase Dasanat 50mg tablet?

Ans – Purchase Dasanat 50mg tablet from Magicine Pharma at a reasonable price.

Q - Where to store Dasanat 50mg tablet?

Ans - It is advisable to store the Dasanat tablets at a place below 30°C.

Q - Can I drink alcohol with Dasanat tablets?

Ans - Avoid drinking alcohol during the treatment with Dasanat even though no interactions of both are known.

Q - How long is the treatment with Dasanat 50mg tablet?

Ans - The doctor decides for how long the treatment with Dasanat will continue depending on the condition, stage, and health of the patient.

Q - Can I drive after consuming Dasanat tablets?

Ans - It is advisable to avoid driving and operating heavy machinery as Dasanat causes dizziness as one of the side effects.

Q - Is it safe to take Dasanat 50mg during pregnancy?

Ans - Dasanat 50mg tablet can cause harm to the fetus hence it is advisable to avoid the pregnancy or consult the doctor for the same.

Q - What is the strength of Dasanat?

Ans – Dasanat is available as a 50 mg tablet.

REVIEW

Interactions

With medicines

Dasanat can interact with other prescription and non-prescription medicines and interfere with each other’s workings hence consult the doctor if you are taking any of these medicines –

• Aspirin
• Ibuprofen
• Naproxen
• Protonix 

With disease

Some diseases may show interactions with Dasanat thus consult your doctor if you have any of these conditions –

• Cardiovascular disorders
• Liver complications
• Prolonged QT segment
• Hypertension

With alcohol

Interactions of alcohol with Dasanat are unknown however, it is still advisable to avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment.

Contraindication

Dasanat 50mg tablet should not be consumed by patients who show allergic reactions to it.

Alternate Brands

• Sprycel
• Invista
• Dyronib

Reference

Dasatinib: Uses, interactions, mechanism of action | DrugBank Online. DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01254

Dasatinib: MedlinePlus Drug Information. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a607063.html

Dasatinib Interactions Checker. Drugs.com. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/dasatinib.html