Danziten

Used for Leukemia

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NILOTINIB treats leukemia. It works by blocking a protein that causes cancer cells to grow and multiply. This helps to slow or stop the spread of cancer cells. Compare kinase inhibitors.

What is Danziten?

What should I tell my doctor?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

Alcohol use
Bleeding problems
Blood circulation problems
Have had a stroke
Have had pancreatitis
Heart disease
Heart failure
High or low levels of electrolytes, such as magnesium or potassium, in your blood
Irregular heartbeat or rhythm
Liver disease
Slow heartbeat
Surgery to remove your stomach
An unusual or allergic reaction to nilotinib, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
Breastfeeding

How should I use this drug?

Take this medication by mouth with water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the tablets whole. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Your care team may change your dose or tell you to stop taking this medication if you get side effects. Do not change your dose or stop taking it unless your care team tells you to.

Do not take this medication with grapefruit juice.

Take acid reducers called H2 blockers and antacids at a different time of day than this medication. Take H2 blockers 10 hours before or 2 hours after this medication. Take antacids 2 hours before or 2 hours after this medication.

A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, skip it. Take your next dose at the normal time. Do not take extra or 2 doses at the same time to make up for the missed dose.

Where should I store this drug?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.

To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:

Take the medication to a take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix it with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or another unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.