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Acalaside 100 mg Capsule
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Description
Acalaside 100 mg Capsule contains Acalabrutinib, a targeted anticancer medicine used to treat certain blood cancers. It helps slow cancer cell growth and disease progression under specialist supervision.
Benefits
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Targets malignant B-cell signaling pathways
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Helps slow disease progression and tumor growth
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May improve progression-free survival
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Oral capsule allows convenient administration
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Effective modern treatment option in hematologic oncology
Indications and Usage
Acalaside 100 mg Capsule is indicated for:
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Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL) in adults previously treated
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
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Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)
Treatment must be prescribed and supervised by an oncologist.
How it Works
Acalabrutinib selectively blocks Bruton Tyrosine Kinase (BTK), an enzyme essential for cancerous B-cell survival and multiplication. By inhibiting BTK, the medicine disrupts cancer cell signaling, helping slow tumor growth and disease progression.
Dosage & Administration
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Usual adult dose: 100 mg twice daily, or as prescribed
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Swallow capsule whole with water
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Take at the same times each day
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Do not crush, open, or chew the capsule
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Do not skip, double, or stop doses without medical advice
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Requires regular blood tests and clinical evaluation
Use only under oncologist guidance.
Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
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Headache
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Fatigue
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Diarrhea
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Muscle or joint pain
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Easy bruising
Serious side effects (seek urgent care):
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Severe bleeding
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Serious infections
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Irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation)
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Secondary cancers
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Low blood cell counts
Warning and Precaution
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Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding
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Use cautiously in patients with bleeding disorders, heart disease, or liver issues
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Avoid live vaccines during treatment
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Higher risk of infections — report fever immediately
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Inform doctor about blood thinners and current medications
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Seek urgent help if allergic or hypersensitivity symptoms occur
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