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Besudil mesylate tablets (REZUROCK) is a new type of ROCK inhibitor specifically used to treat chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD) with insufficient response to glucocorticoids. This drug regulates the immune response through a unique pharmacological mechanism, but may cause adverse reactions such as infection and fatigue. As a new drug approved in China in 2023, besudil provides an important treatment option for cGVHD patients, but special attention must be paid to pregnancy risks and drug interactions when using it.

Side effects of Besudil

Besudil may produce a variety of adverse reactions during the treatment of chronic graft-versus-host disease, involving multiple organ systems.

Common adverse reactions

Common adverse reactions include infection, fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, etc. Abnormalities in laboratory examinations mainly manifested as decreased serum phosphorus, increased gamma-glutamyl transferase, and decreased lymphocyte count.

Respiratory system reactions

Respiratory system symptoms such as difficulty breathing and coughing are relatively common. Some patients may develop lung infections and need to closely monitor their respiratory conditions.

Effects on cardiovascular system

Hypertension and edema are cardiovascular adverse reactions worthy of attention. Blood pressure and body fluid balance should be monitored regularly during medication.

Understanding these side effects can help timely detect and deal with drug-related adverse reactions and improve treatment safety.

Besudil Precautions

There are a number of important precautions to follow when using Besudil to minimize treatment risks.

Pregnancy risk prevention

Drugs may cause harm to the fetus and are contraindicated by pregnant women. Patients of childbearing potential need to take effective contraceptive measures during treatment and for at least 1 week after the last dose.

Drug Interactions

The dose needs to be adjusted when combined with strong CYP3A inducers. Proton pump inhibitors may affect drug absorption and should be avoided.

Usage in special groups

The safety of children under 12 years old has not been established. Breastfeeding women should stop breastfeeding. Elderly patients do not need special adjustments to their medication, but they need to be monitored more closely.

Strictly following these precautions can significantly improve the safety of Besudil and optimize the therapeutic effect.

The efficacy of besudil

Besudil has shown unique clinical value in the treatment of chronic graft-versus-host disease.

Mechanism of action

As a ROCK inhibitor, it improves cGVHD symptoms by regulating immune cell function and the fibrosis process. This targeted mechanism of action is highly specific.

Clinical Efficacy

In pivotal clinical trials, besudil was shown to significantly improve symptoms in patients with cGVHD refractory to hormone therapy, with a high objective response rate.

Once-daily oral administration is convenient for patients to use. It provides new treatment options for cGVHD patients who are ineffective with traditional treatments. The efficacy of besudil has been clinically verified, bringing new treatment hope to patients with refractory cGVHD.