Danib Tablet 100 mg contains Dasatinib. It is a targeted anticancer medicine primarily used to treat specific types of blood cancers, especially those associated with the Philadelphia chromosome. Dasatinib is known for its effectiveness in patients who are resistant or intolerant to earlier therapies.
This medication is usually prescribed and monitored by an oncologist.
রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন
Composition
Each tablet contains:
It is intended for oral use.
Mechanism of Action
Dasatinib works by targeting abnormal proteins that drive cancer growth:
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Inhibits BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase, a key protein in certain leukemias
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Blocks other kinases involved in cancer cell signaling
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Prevents proliferation of cancer cells
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Promotes apoptosis (programmed cell death)
This targeted approach helps slow or stop disease progression.
Indications
Danib Tablet 100 mg is indicated for:
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL)
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Patients who are resistant or intolerant to prior treatments such as imatinib
Dosage and Administration
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Taken once daily or as prescribed by a physician
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Swallow the tablet whole with water
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Can be taken with or without food
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Do not crush or split the tablet
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Follow the prescribed schedule strictly
Benefits
Danib Tablet provides several advantages:
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Targeted therapy with high effectiveness in leukemia
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Useful in resistant or advanced cases
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Oral administration improves convenience
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Helps control disease progression
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Improves survival and quality of life in patients
Possible Side Effects
Common side effects include:
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Fatigue
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Nausea
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Diarrhea
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Headache
Serious side effects:
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Bone marrow suppression (low blood counts)
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Increased risk of infections
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Bleeding tendencies
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Fluid retention (pleural effusion)
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Heart rhythm abnormalities (rare)
Precautions
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Regular monitoring of blood counts and liver function is required
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Use cautiously in patients with heart disease or lung conditions
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Avoid use during pregnancy unless clearly necessary
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Inform doctor about all medications to prevent interactions
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Report any signs of infection, bleeding, or breathing difficulty immediately
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.