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A healthcare provider may recommend Sprycel® (dasatinib) if you have chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) or acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). This prescription chemotherapy drug is only approved for use in adults and comes as a tablet that is taken once daily. Most people who take this medicine will experience some type of side effect, such as diarrhea, fatigue, or headaches. Before starting treatment, make sure your healthcare provider is aware of your medical history and any other medications you are taking.
(Click Sprycel for more details on how this chemotherapy drug works for treating certain types of leukemia. This full-length article also discusses dosing instructions, safety precautions to be aware of, and what to discuss with your doctor before beginning treatment. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
Written by/reviewed by: Susan Lakey, PharmD, MPH, BCPP
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD