Beedan 20mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Beedan 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of blood cancer (chronic myeloid leukaemia). It is used in patients whose disease could not be treated with other medications for leukaemia or who cannot take these medications because of side effects.
Beedan 20mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and rash are some common side effects of this medicine. In some cases, it may cause increased heartbeat and low or high blood pressure, if it happens consult with your doctor. Your doctor might check your blood pressure regularly. It is advised to avoid antacid intake within 2 hours of taking this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. You must avoid driving if you experience dizziness or blurred vision during treatment.
Uses of Beedan Tablet
Benefits of Beedan Tablet
In Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia)
Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a type of blood cancer where the body produces too many abnormal white blood cells. Beedan 20mg Tablet helps by specifically targeting and blocking the abnormal proteins that causes these cells to grow uncontrollably. This slows disease progression, helps restore healthy blood cell counts, and can lead to long-term remission. Beedan 20mg Tablet improves overall survival and quality of life in patients.
Side effects of Beedan Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Beedan
- Pleural effusion
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Nausea
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Infection
- Joint pain
- Abdominal pain
- Localized edema
- Pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Generalized edema
- Heart failure
- Pulmonary edema
- Hemorrhage
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Muscle spasm
- Itching
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Decreased phosphate level in blood
- Decreased calcium level in blood
- Increased bilirubin in the blood
- Increased creatinine level in blood
- Diarrhea
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Low blood platelets
How to use Beedan Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Beedan 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Beedan Tablet works
Beedan 20mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Beedan 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Beedan 20mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Beedan 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Beedan 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Take special care when driving in case you experience side effects such as dizziness and blurred vision with Beedan 20mg Tablet.
Take special care when driving in case you experience side effects such as dizziness and blurred vision with Beedan 20mg Tablet.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Beedan 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Beedan 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Beedan Tablet?
If you missed a dose of Beedan 20mg Tablet, contact your doctor as soon as possible to discuss the best way to reschedule your treatment. Missing doses can reduce the effectiveness of the treatment, so it is important to stay on track with the schedule.
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Quick tips
- Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, nausea or vomiting.
- It may cause serious bleeding problem. Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
- Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aromatic anilides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Beedan with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Domperidone with Dasatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal.
Do not consume Tetrabenazine with Dasatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Amiodarone with Dasatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Dasatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Chlorpromazine with Dasatinib. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
FAQs
What is Beedan 20mg Tablet used for?
Beedan 20mg Tablet is used to treat chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), and Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ ALL), both of which are cancers of the blood and bone marrow.
Can Beedan 20mg Tablet cause severe lung issues?
Yes, one of the serious side effects of Beedan 20mg Tablet is pleural effusion, which is a buildup of fluid around the lungs. If you experience difficulty breathing, chest pain, or a persistent cough, contact your doctor immediately.
Are there any heart-related risks with Beedan 20mg Tablet?
Beedan 20mg Tablet can cause heart problems such as irregular heartbeat and increased blood pressure. It may also lead to conditions like pulmonary arterial hypertension (high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs). Notify your doctor if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, or palpitations.
What are the risks of Beedan 20mg Tablet for my liver?
If you have liver problems, Beedan 20mg Tablet should be used with caution. It may be necessary to adjust your dose or have regular liver function tests to monitor its effect.
Can Beedan 20mg Tablet cause any bleeding issues?
Yes, Beedan 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of bleeding. If you experience unexpected bruising, blood in your stools, vomit, or urine, or if you notice black stools, seek immediate medical attention.
Is there any risk to my fertility with Beedan 20mg Tablet?
Although no significant fertility effects were noted in animal studies, Beedan 20mg Tablet may affect reproductive health. It is important to discuss this with your doctor before starting treatment.
Can Beedan 20mg Tablet cause infections?
Yes, Beedan 20mg Tablet can increase the risk of infections, including pneumonia and fungal infections. If you develop fever, chills, or signs of infection, contact your doctor immediately.
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Name: Adley Formulations
Address: Adley Formulation, SCO- 42, Sector 12, Panchkula-134112, Haryana, India
Country of origin: India
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