Dosage for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)
Adults diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) should take 140 mg once a day.
Dosage for children
Children diagnosed with Ph+ CML or Ph+ ALL will receive Sprycel combined with chemotherapy. The dosage of the drug administered depends on your child’s body weight:
- 10 to 20 kg: 40 mg once a day
- 20 to 30 kg: 60 mg once a day
- 30 to 45 kg: 70 mg once a day
- 45 kg or more: 100 mg once a day
Conclusion
Sprycel is a prescribed medication used to treat Leukemia. The main ingredient in Sprycel is activated dasatinib. Sprycel is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. The drug is in tablet form. Its side effects can be divided into mild and serious side effects. Visit your doctor immediately if your side effects persist or worsen.
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