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Dabrafenib
INFORMATION ABOUT DABRAFENIB
Dabrafenib Uses
Dabrafenib is used in the treatment of malignant melanoma.
How Dabrafenib works
Dabrafenib is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the activity of BRAF, a mutated protein that regulates cell growth. A BRAF mutation enables cells to divide at abnormal rate and grow into a melanoma tumor.
Common side effects of Dabrafenib
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
Diarrhea, Fever, Nausea, Chills, Headache, Joint pain, Cough, Muscle pain, Swelling
CONTENT DETAILS
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Written By
Dr. Subita Alagh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
09 Jun 2025 | 09:55 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Dabrafenib
- Dabrafenib is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat a type of skin cancer called melanoma.
- Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for 4 months after you stop taking it.
- Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
- Get regular eye examinations while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you get eye irritation, blurred vision, eye pain or other vision changes during your treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.