Drug reference
dasatinib
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Drug class
Oncology (TK Inhibitors)
Mechanism of action
Multi-kinase inhibitor that inhibits BCR-ABL, SRC family (SRC, LCK, YES, FYN), c-Kit, EPHA2 and PDGFR-beta kinases; tyrosine kinase inhibition possibly blocks angiogenesis and cellular proliferation
Common side effects
- Fluid retention
- Rash
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Hemorrhage
- Pyrexia
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is dasatinib?
dasatinib belongs to: Oncology.
How does dasatinib work?
Multi-kinase inhibitor that inhibits BCR-ABL, SRC family (SRC, LCK, YES, FYN), c-Kit, EPHA2 and PDGFR-beta kinases; tyrosine kinase inhibition possibly blocks angiogenesis and cellular proliferation
What are the common side effects of dasatinib?
Fluid retention, Rash, Headache, Fatigue, Hemorrhage, Pyrexia, Diarrhea
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