1. Overview
Dasatinib is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of blood cancers, including chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL). It helps control abnormal growth of blood cells and supports long-term disease management.
2. How It Works
Dasatinib works by blocking specific proteins called tyrosine kinases that signal cancer cells to grow and multiply. By inhibiting these signals, it helps reduce the number of abnormal blood cells and slows cancer progression.
3. Common Uses
- Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)
- Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL)
- Patients resistant or intolerant to other treatments for blood cancers
4. Key Benefits
- Helps control the growth of cancer cells
- Useful for patients who do not respond to other therapies
- Supports long-term management of specific blood cancers
- Convenient oral medication for daily use
5. Safety & Precautions
- Take exactly as prescribed; do not skip or double doses
- Regular blood tests are recommended to monitor blood cell counts
- Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking this medicine
- Inform your doctor about other medications or existing health conditions
6. Scientific Literature (External Links)
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