BOSUTINIB

Overview

BOSUTINIB is a Schedule H drug.
Bosutinib used to treat certain types of blood cancer. Bosutinib belongs to the group of class known as Tyrosine kinase inhibitors which prevents cancer cells from growing and multiplying.
It is used to treat certain types of leukemia in adults.
Common side effects of Bosutinib includes Nausea, Diarrhea and vomit.

Usage

BOSUTINIB is generally used to treat: Leukemia, Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
BOSUTINIB can address symptoms like: Fatigue (tiredness), Pale Skin, Shortness Of Breath, Abdomen Swelling

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

BOSUTINIB is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in the patients with the history of heart or liver disease and any other allergic reactions.
Monitor liver function regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BOSUTINIB over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Throat Soreness, Chills

Common Side-Effects

BOSUTINIB : Diarrhoea, Thrombocytopenia, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Lower Respiratory Tract Infections, Pharyngitis, Chills, Cough, Fever, Back Pain, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Difficulty Breathing

Serious Side-Effects

BOSUTINIB : Hyperkalemia, Myalgia, Tinnitus, Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Influenza, Urticaria, Pruritus, Pancreatitis, Pericarditis, Neutropenia, Agitation, Confusion, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Nausea, Dizziness, Depressed Mood, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Rare Side-Effects

BOSUTINIB : Myeloma, Liver Abscess, Gastroenteritis, Chest Pain, Noisy Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Difficulty Breathing

Food Interactions

Do not consume grape fruit or grape fruit juice during treatment with Bosutinib. Grape fruit juice significantly increases the blood levels of Bosutinib.

Disease Interactions

BOSUTINIB can interfere with: Urine Retention, Bone Infection, Acute Liver Failure, Kidney Infection, Congestive Heart Disease

Technical Classification

BOSUTINIB is categorized as: BCR-ABL TYROSINE KINASE INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

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