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The FDA approves new leukemia drug; expands use of current drug.(Updates)

Publication: FDA Consumer
Publication Date: 01-NOV-06 		Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

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The FDA has granted accelerated approval for Sprycel (dasatinib), a new oral treatment for people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), a rare cancer characterized by the uncontrolled growth of white blood cells. CML affects about 4,600 people each year in the United States.

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...the FDA approved Sprycel for use the treatment of adults who have...

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