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Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is used to treat Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukaemia and acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. It contains Dasatinib, which belongs to the class of kinase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the action of abnormal proteins that cause the multiplication of cancerous cells. This helps stop the abnormal growth of cancer cells and thus reduce their further spread to other parts of the body.

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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

DASATINIB-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Therdose Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Dasather 50 Tablet 30's

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is an anti-cancer medicine used in the treatment of Leukemia. Leukemia, also known as blood cancer, is a cancer of blood cells or blood-forming tissues. It causes excessive production of immature white blood cells by the bone marrow and reduces the body’s ability to fight infections. There are different types of blood cancers. Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is used in the treatment of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) in patients with chronic, accelerated, or blast phase Ph+ (Philadelphia chromosome-positive) who are resistant or intolerant to prior therapy, in patients with newly diagnosed chronic Ph+ chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). This medicine is also used in the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome-positive (Ph+) acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's contains Dasatinib, which belongs to the class of kinase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the action of abnormal proteins that cause the multiplication of cancerous cells. This helps stop the abnormal growth of cancer cells and thus reduce the further spread to other parts of the body.

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's may cause certain side effects, such as skin rash, fatigue, headache, musculoskeletal pain, decreased platelet count, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, GI bleeding, muscle inflammation, myalgia, and difficulty breathing. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Dasather 50 Tablet 30's should be taken as advised by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose of medicine. Your doctor will decide the dose of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's based on the severity of your condition.

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Before taking Dasather 50 Tablet 30's, caution should be exercised if you have/had liver/kidney disease, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiac problems, and myelosuppression as may cause serious side effects or worsen such conditions. This medicine is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant before starting the treatment with Dasather 50 Tablet 30's. Breastfeeding should be discontinued in nursing mothers during the treatment.

Uses of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is used in the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia and Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The detailed uses of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's are as follows:

  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is used to treat chronic myeloid leukemia especially philadelphia chromosome-positive (Ph+) CML, in both newly diagnosed and resistant/intolerant cases.
  • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL): Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is used to treat acute lymphoblastic leukemia and also Ph+ ALL, who are newly diagnosed or have relapsed.

Key Benefits

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's contains Dasatinib, which belongs to the class of kinase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the action of abnormal proteins (BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase) that cause the multiplication of cancerous cells. This helps stop the abnormal growth of cancer cells and thus reduce the further spread to other parts of the body. Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is used in the treatment of Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Side effects of Dasather 50 Tablet
  • Eat well-cooked food to minimize infection risk.
  • Practice good hand hygiene to prevent infections.
  • Avoid crowds and people with illnesses to reduce exposure.
  • Wear a mask when necessary to lower infection risk.
  • Rest adequately to support your body's healing process.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
  • Regularly monitor blood cell counts for changes.
  • Seek immediate medical help if symptoms like fever, chills, or fatigue occur.
  • Consult your doctor right away if concerning symptoms arise.
  • Follow your doctor's guidance on managing myelosuppression and infection prevention.

Directions for Use

  • Dasather 50 Tablet 30's can be taken with or without food, as food does not affect its absorption or effectiveness.
  • It is usually taken once a day, or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Swallow Dasather 50 Tablet 30's as a whole with water.
  • Do not crush, chew or break Dasather 50 Tablet 30's.

How Dasather 50 Tablet 30's Works

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's contains Dasatinib, which belongs to the class of kinase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the action of abnormal proteins that cause the multiplication of cancerous cells. This helps stop the abnormal growth of cancer cells and thus reduce the further spread to other parts of the body.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Dasather 50 Tablet 30's to prevent serious adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

When given to a pregnant woman, Dasather 50 Tablet 30's may cause fetal harm. There have been no sufficient and well-controlled investigations of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's in pregnant women. Women of reproductive potential should avoid becoming pregnant while undergoing treatment with this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not known if Dasather 50 Tablet 30's passes into your breast milk. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. You should not breastfeed while taking this medicine and for 2 weeks of the treatment with Dasather 50 Tablet 30's. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative based on the symptoms and health condition.

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Driving

Unsafe

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's may cause dizziness and may make you feel drowsy. Hence, avoid driving or operating machines after taking Dasather 50 Tablet 30's or until you become alert.

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Liver

Caution

Use Dasather 50 Tablet 30's with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may monitor your liver function while taking this medicine. No dose adjustments are necessary in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

There are presently no clinical investigations with Dasather 50 Tablet 30's in patients with compromised renal function. If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is safe for use in children above one year of age if prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Caution

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's may increase the risk of heart problems. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you have any heart-related problems before using Dasather 50 Tablet 30's.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor before administering Dasather 50 Tablet 30's to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Dasather 50 Tablet 30's if the benefits outweigh the risks.

What if I have taken an overdose of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's are unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, sore throat, chills, and/or other signs of infection, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, headache, pale skin, confusion and tiredness. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • After beginning your treatment, several dietary adjustments can help you control side effects.
  • Anyone suffering from a chronic illness, including cancer, should consume foods high in protein, healthy fats, whole grains, and vitamins and minerals.
  • Plant-based proteins are among the greatest meals to take during chemotherapy or other cancer treatments. They have the highest concentrations of vitamins and minerals, such as nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast and fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Dasather 50 Tablet 30's to start to work: Dasather 50 Tablet 30's ideally shows its action within few hours after administration. The time for which the effects of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's last: The effect of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's lasts for 24 hours.

What if you forget to take Dasather 50 Tablet 30's

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep Dasather 50 Tablet 30's out of the sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Let your doctor know about your complete medical history, including current medication, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before taking, inform your doctor if you have liver/kidney disease, diabetes, cardiac problems, increased blood pressure, or gastrointestinal disorders, as the use of Dasather 50 Tablet 30's in these patients may cause serious side effects. Dasather 50 Tablet 30's may cause myelosuppression, fluid retention, gastrointestinal haemorrhage, QT prolongation, congestive heart failure, Left ventricular dysfunction and Myocardial infarction. This medicine is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant before starting the treatment. Breastfeeding should be discontinued in nursing mothers during the treatment. Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is given in children above one year of age only if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking, as it can lead to serious adverse effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Dasather 50 Tablet 30's may interact with vaccines, proton pump inhibitors (pantoprazole, esomeprazole), CYP3A inhibitors (ritonavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, clarithromycin, erythromycin), CYP3A inducers (rifampin, phenytoin, phenobarbitone, carbamazepine), antacids (aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, and cardiac disorders before taking Dasather 50 Tablet 30's.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Using dronedarone together with Dasather 50 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dasather 50 Tablet with Dronedarone is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medication without doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Using Pimozide together with Dasather 50 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dasather 50 Tablet with Pimozide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop any medication without talking to a doctor.
DasatinibHalofantrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Using Halofantrine together with Dasather 50 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dasather 50 Tablet with Halofantrine is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop any medication without doctor's advice.
DasatinibMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Using Mesoridazine together with Dasather 50 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mesoridazine with Dasather 50 Tablet is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop any medication without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Dasather 50 Tablet with Clarithromycin may increase the blood levels of Dasather 50 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clarithromycin can be taken with Dasather 50 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath, paleness, heart palpitations, pain or burning during urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
DasatinibEdoxaban
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Coadministration of Dasather 50 Tablet with Edoxaban can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dasather 50 Tablet and Edoxaban together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of these symptoms - like bruising, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, having black or tarry stools, severe headache, or feeling weak - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DasatinibNizatidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Using Dasather 50 Tablet together with Nizatidine may decrease the blood levels of Dasather 50 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Nizatidine with Dasather 50 Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Mefenamic acid with Dasather 50 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mefenamic acid with Dasather 50 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Using Deferiprone together with Dasather 50 Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dasather 50 Tablet and Deferiprone, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like fever, sore throat, or muscle aches, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dasather 50 Tablet:
Coadministration of Dasather 50 Tablet with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels of Dasather 50 Tablet which increases risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dasather 50 Tablet and Voriconazole together may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if a doctor prescribes it. However, if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, muscle pain, pain or burning during urination consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is used to treat Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia and Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's contains Dasatinib, which works by inhibiting the action of abnormal proteins that cause the multiplication of cancerous cells.

Dasather 50 Tablet 30's is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity; hence, it is contraindicated for use in pregnancy. A woman needs to have a negative pregnancy test before starting treatment with this medicine. It is better to use effective birth control methods to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine or at least six months after completion of the treatment.

Take antacids such as aluminium hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, calcium carbonate, and magnesium 2 hours before or after taking Dasather 50 Tablet 30's as antacids may alter the absorption of this medicine.

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