Xospata

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Xospata is used to treat acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Swallow Xospata tablets whole.

Xospata Overview

Reviewed: December 3, 2018
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Xospata is a prescription medication used to treat acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a type of blood related cancer, caused by a certain genetic mutation.

Xospata belongs to a group of drugs called tyrosine kinase inhibitors. These work by blocking the effects of tyrosine kinase. Mutated tyrosine kinases in cancer cells regularly help cancer cells grow by providing certain growth signals.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once daily, with or without food. Do not chew, divide, or break Xospata tablets. Swallow tablets whole.

Common side effects include muscle pain, tiredness, and fever. Xospata can also cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Xospata affects you.

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Xospata Drug Class

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Xospata FDA Warning

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WARNING: DIFFERENTIATION SYNDROME

Patients treated with XOSPATA have experienced symptoms of differentiation syndrome, which can be fatal or life-threatening if not treated. Symptoms may include fever, dyspnea, hypoxia, pulmonary infiltrates, pleural or pericardial effusions, rapid weight gain or peripheral edema, hypotension, or renal dysfunction. If differentiation syndrome is suspected, initiate corticosteroid therapy and hemodynamic monitoring until symptom resolution [see Warnings and Precautions and Adverse Reactions].