Iclusig 45mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Manufactured By
ariad
Pack of
30 tablet
Salt Composition
Ponatinib 45mg Tablet
Storage
Keep in cold place
Delivering To:
Overview
Ponatinib 45mg tablet is used in the treatment of adults with leukemia (cancer of the white blood cells). It is used to treat the different stages of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), namely chronic, accelerated, and blast phases. It is also used in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in certain patients who are‘Philadelphia-chromosome positive’, which means those patients whose genes have rearranged themselves to form another special type of a chromosome called‘Philadelphia-chromosome’. This chromosome leads to the development of Leukaemia.
Indication
Blood cancer
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Description
Ponatinib 45mg tablet is used in the treatment of adults with leukemia (cancer of the white blood cells). It is used to treat the different stages of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), namely chronic, accelerated, and blast phases. It is also used in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in certain patients who are ‘Philadelphia-chromosome positive’, which means those patients whose genes have rearranged themselves to form another special type of a chromosome called ‘Philadelphia-chromosome’. This chromosome leads to the development of Leukaemia.
Side Effects
Ponatinib 45mg tablet may cause certain side effects. If side effects occur after administration or last longer than usual, contact your healthcare professional.
Skin rash
Chest pain
Fever
Nausea
Joint or/and muscle pain
Dry skin
Constipation
Weakness
Drowsiness
Cough
Shortness of breath
Fainting
How To Use
Take the dose exactly as your healthcare provider tells you. Do not increase or decrease the dose strength as per your wish. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.
Seek emergency medical support in case of overdose.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Ponatinib 45mg tablet without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Without a doctor's consultation, do not take this medicine if you're breastfeeding.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of the medicine.
Kidney
caution
Do not take Ponatinib 45mg tablet without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
caution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking this medicine.
Missed Doses
When you miss a dose, make sure to tell your healthcare provider regarding the same to get proper guidance. Do not try to double the dose strength in order to catch up.
FAQs
This tablet is used in the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia, and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
Take the dose exactly as your healthcare provider tells you. Do not increase or decrease the dose strength as per your wish. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.
There are some effects such as fever, chills, insomnia, anemia, chest pain, back pain, muscle pain, and vomiting. There can be other side effects also. Kindly consult your healthcare provider regarding the side effects you experience.
This medicine may decrease your ability to drive, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy. Do not drive if any symptoms occur.
Take it only if your healthcare provider prescribes it. Make sure to talk about the potential risks and benefits.
