Question 1

What is Nilotinib (Nilotinib hydrochloride monohydrate) used for?

Accepted Answer

A type of blood cancer called chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML), also known as blood cancer where the body makes too many abnormal white blood cells

Question 2

How do you take Nilotinib (Nilotinib hydrochloride monohydrate)?

Accepted Answer

For newly diagnosed patients, the usual dose is two 150 mg capsules (300 mg) taken twice a day — once in the morning and once in the evening, about 12 hours apart. Very important: take it on an empty stomach. Do not eat for at least 2 hours before and 1 hour after taking the capsule. Swallow the capsule whole with water. Your doctor will decide your exact dose based on your condition.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Nilotinib (Nilotinib hydrochloride monohydrate)?

Accepted Answer

Headache, nausea or vomiting, skin rash or itching, tiredness, and muscle or joint pain

Question 4

Who should not take Nilotinib (Nilotinib hydrochloride monohydrate)?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to nilotinib or any ingredient in Tasigna, people with serious heart rhythm problems (especially a condition called long QT syndrome), people with very low potassium or magnesium levels, and people with severe liver disease should not take this drug without specialist supervision.

Question 5

Is Nilotinib (Nilotinib hydrochloride monohydrate) safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Nilotinib is not safe during pregnancy as it can harm the unborn baby, and breastfeeding should be avoided while on this medicine — talk to your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

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