Question 1

What is Ponatinib used for?

Accepted Answer

This medication is a human monoclonal antibody  (kinase inhibitor), prescribed for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML).

Question 2

What is the active ingredient in Ponatinib?

Accepted Answer

PONATINIBHYDROCHLORIDE

Question 3

What pharmaceutical form is Ponatinib available in?

Accepted Answer

Ponatinib: Filmomhulde tablet (Oraal gebruik)

Question 4

What are the side effects of Ponatinib?

Accepted Answer

Most Common
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High blood pressure, rash, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, dry skin, constipation, joint pain, nausea and fever.
Blood
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Anemia, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Miscellaneous
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Myelosuppression, abnormal heart rhythm and fluid retention.
Heart
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Heart Failure.
Gastrointestinal
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Constipation, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, mouth ulcer, GI hemorrhage.
Infection
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Pneumonia, urinary tract infection, upper respiratory tract infection.
Central

Question 5

Can Ponatinib be used during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

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AHT
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For the active ingredient
ponatinib
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Question 6

What precautions should be taken with Ponatinib?

Accepted Answer

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood clots, heart, liver or kidney problems, pancreatitis, high blood pressure, bleeding problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
•   Monitor complete blood count, patients for fluid retention, heart rhythm, blood pressure, signs and symptoms of heart failure regularly while taking this medication.
•  Ensure adequate hydration otherwise it may lead to dehydration.

Question 7

Who manufactures Ponatinib?

Accepted Answer

Incyte Biosciences Distribution B.V. (NL)

Question 8

What ATC class does Ponatinib belong to?

Accepted Answer

Ponatinib: ATC L01EA05. ATC is the WHO Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification — it groups drugs by organ system and pharmacological mechanism.

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