Sprycel
Dasatinib tablets for chronic myeloid and acute lymphocytic leukaemia. It blocks proteins that drive leukaemia cell growth.
- Category
- Oncology Support
- Active ingredient
- Dasatinib
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50mg
Sprycel is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Sprycel on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia · Acute Lymphocytic Leukaemia
- Alternative names
- dasatinib
- Therapeutic class
- Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Antineoplastic
- Contraindications
- severe hypersensitivity to dasatinib
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
- fluid retention; myelosuppression; skin rash
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Ketoconazole; Rifampin; Antacids
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children and adults based on indication.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: High risk of fetal harm. Avoid. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
Serious side effects
severe pleural effusion, requires immediate medical attention; pulmonary arterial hypertension, requires immediate medical attention; haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Dasatinib tablets for chronic myeloid and acute lymphocytic leukaemia. It blocks proteins that drive leukaemia cell growth.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits multiple oncogenic kinases, blocking cellular replication pathways in leukaemia cells.
FAQ
Will I receive the original Sprycel?
No. Sprycel is the original brand, made by Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (dasatinib) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How is Sprycel priced?
It depends on the pack size. Sprycel comes in a 50mg strength, in packs of 1 to 3 bottles, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per bottle.
Payment and prices →What is Sprycel used for?
Sprycel contains dasatinib, used for chronic myeloid leukaemia and acute lymphocytic leukaemia.
When does Sprycel start working?
Dasatinib usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Sprycel cause?
The common side effects of dasatinib are headache, nausea and fatigue. Less common ones include fluid retention, myelosuppression and skin rash. Serious but less common side effects include severe pleural effusion, pulmonary arterial hypertension and haemorrhage, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Sprycel interact with?
Dasatinib can interact with ketoconazole, rifampicin and antacids. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Sprycel.
Can I buy Sprycel over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Sprycel. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I buy Sprycel online in South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Sprycel names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Dasatinib at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.