Tasigna (Nilotinib)

Tasigna Information:

Buy Tasigna

Tasigna (Nilotinib) is a prescription medication used to treat a type of blood cancer called Philadelphia chromosome positive chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (CML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in adults and children who are at least 1 year old. Tasigna is typically given after other medications have been tried without success. Tasigna belongs to a class of medications called tyrosine kinase inhibitors and works by inhibiting the actions of proteins called tyrosine kinase proteins, which in turn prevents cancerous white blood cells from growing and dividing.

Tasigna from Canada

Canada Drugs Online is proud to offer you the brand Tasigna from Canada manufactured by Novartis in the dosage of 200 mg capsules. The generic alternative is unavailable. Please call us toll free at 1-877-900-3784 for details.

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Tasigna Side Effects:

Common side effects of Tasigna may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, rash, temporary hair loss, night sweats, pain in your bones, spine, joints, or muscles, headache, drowsiness, or common cold symptoms.

Contact your doctor immediately if you notice more serious side effects such as:

• Signs of bleeding in the brain (sudden headache, confusion, vision problems, dizziness);
• Signs of decreased blood flow (leg pain or cold feeling, chest pain, numbness, trouble walking, speech problems);
• Signs of liver or pancreas problems (upper stomach pain, nausea or vomiting, dark urine, jaundice, clay-coloured stools);
• Signs of low blood cell counts (fever, chills, night sweats, mouth sores, pale skin, unusual weakness);
• Signs of tumor cell breakdown (confusion, weakness, muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, fast or slow heart rate, decreased urination, tingling in your hands and feet or around your mouth);
• Swelling, rapid weight gain, feeling short of breath;
• Unusual bleeding (bruises, blood in your urine or stools)

Tasigna can affect growth in children and teenagers. Tell your doctor if your child is not growing at a normal rate while using this medication. This is not a complete list of side effects. If you notice any other side effects not listed here, please contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Tasigna Directions:

Tasigna is usually taken every 12 hours. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Take Tasigna on an empty stomach. Do not take with food. Food can increase your blood levels of nilotinib and may increase harmful side effects. Avoid eating anything for at least 2 hours before and 1 hour after you take Tasigna. Take this medicine with a full glass of water. Swallow the capsule whole. If you cannot swallow a capsule whole you may open the capsule and sprinkle the medicine into no more than 1 teaspoon of applesauce. Swallow right away without chewing. Do not save the mixture for later use. Tasigna is to be taken long-term. You should not stop using this medicine unless your doctor tells you to.

Tasigna Precautions:

You should not use Tasigna if you are allergic to Nilotinib, or if you have:

• Low levels of potassium or magnesium;
• A heart rhythm disorder called long QT syndrome

To make sure Tasigna is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease, heartbeat problems, a stroke, blood circulation problems, bleeding disorders (such as hemophilia), severe problems with lactose, liver disease, pancreatitis, or surgical removal of your stomach (total gastrectomy). Do not use this medication if you are pregnant. Tasigna can harm the unborn baby. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medication and for at least 14 days after your last dose. Do not breastfeed while using this medication and for at least 14 days after your last dose, as it can pass into breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. Tasigna can affect your immune system. Avoid being near people who are sick or who have infections. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with this medication and lead to unwanted side effects. Avoid grapefruit products while taking Tasigna. Avoid taking a stomach acid reducer within 10 hours before or 2 hours after you take Tasigna. Tasigna can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit). Caregivers should wear rubber gloves when cleaning up a patient’s body fluids, handling contaminated trash or laundry, or changing diapers. Wash hands before and after removing gloves. Several medications may interact with Tasigna, especially medications for infections, asthma, heart problems, high blood pressure, depression, mental illness, cancer, malaria, or HIV. This is not a complete list of interactions, and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any medications, vitamins, or herbal supplements you are currently taking or have recently taken to reduce the risk of any possible interactions. This medication is not approved for use in children under 1 year old.