Tasigna 150Mg Capsule

Question 1

How does Tasigna 150Mg Capsule work?

Accepted Answer

Tasigna 150Mg Capsule contains Nilotinib, an anticancer drug. In chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) patients, a change in genetic material (DNA) triggers a signal that tells the body to produce more abnormal white blood cells (cancerous cells). Nilotinib works by blocking this signal and thus stops the production of cancerous cells.

Question 2

Can I take antacids with Tasigna 150Mg Capsule?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to take antacids and Tasigna 150Mg Capsule at the same time. You are advised to take antacids containing magnesium hydroxide, aluminium hydroxide, and simethicone about two hours before or two hours after taking Tasigna 150Mg Capsule. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Tasigna 150Mg Capsule.

Question 3

What foods are to be avoided while taking Tasigna 150Mg Capsule?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to avoid grapefruit juice, grapefruit and any supplement containing grapefruit extract while taking Tasigna 150Mg Capsule as it may increase the amount of Nilotinib in the body and cause serious side effects.

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