Tasigna 250 mg Capsules

Nilotinib 250 mg Capsules

About Nilotinib:

  • It is an anti cancer drug. 
  • The salt in Nilotinib is hydrochloride monohydrate. 
  • It is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor.

 

Name

Tasigna 250 mg Capsules

Salt

Nilotinib 250 mg

Manufactured By

Novartis

Packaging

28 Capsules

Use

 Anti Cancer

Uses of Nilotinib:

  • The drug is used in the treatment of chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML).

How does it Work?:

  • It blocks the tyrosine kinase protein to stop the growth of Leukaemia. 

Taking the Medicine:

  • It is a capsule and has to be taken orally.
  • Generally taken twice a day or as recommended by your physician. 


Caution:

  • Follow the advice of your healthcare provider while taking the medicine. 
  • If you encounter any complications, consult your doctor immediately.
  • Follow the dosage advice of your doctor.
  • Overdosage may lead to adverse effects on the body.

Possible Side Effects:

  • Breathlessness
  • Low platelets count
  • Skin rash
  • Itching
  • Dry skin
  • Fatigue
  • Headaches
  • Muscle Pain
  • Changes to liver
  • Abdominal pain

Name

Tasigna 250 mg Capsules

Salt

Nilotinib 250 mg

Manufactured By

Novartis

Packaging

28 Capsules

Use

 Anti Cancer