Based on the search results provided, there is no medication called "Distanib" mentioned. However, there are several TKI (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor) medications commonly used to treat CML, including:
• Asciminib (Scemblix)
• Bosutinib (Bosulif)
• Dasatinib (Sprycel)
• Imatinib (Gleevec)
• Nilotinib (Tasigna/Danziten)
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Based on the search results provided, there is no medication called "Distanib" mentioned. However, there are several TKI (Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor) medications commonly used to treat CML, including:
• Asciminib (Scemblix)
• Bosutinib (Bosulif)
• Dasatinib (Sprycel)
• Imatinib (Gleevec)
• Nilotinib (Tasigna/Danziten)
• Ponatinib (Iclusig) Common side effects of TKI medications include:
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue or extreme tiredness
• Headache
• Skin rashes
• Fever
• Edema (swelling caused by fluid buildup)
Most side effects become less noticeable or fade away over time. Your doctor can help manage unwanted side effects with additional medications or recommendations. It's important to stick with your prescribed treatment plan as studies show that skipping doses can negatively affect survival and response rates.
October 22, 2025