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CML Resources : Patient Education and Support

Patient Tools


My CML PCR Tracker (View Demo .wmv or .mov or .flv): A unique application that can help you take an active role in managing your Philadelphia chromosome positive chronic myeloid leukemia (Ph+CML). This easy-to-use tool can help you better understand your treatment and how to track your progress. (CLICK HERE to download iPad application, CLICK HERE to download iPhone application, CLICK HERE to download MAC application, CLICK HERE to download PC application)


Materials for your Patients


CML Alliance includes initiatives to inform enrolled patients and their families living with Ph+ CML about the importance of reaching the optimal goals of therapy, regular monitoring, side effect management, disease education, and the importance of adherence to targeted therapy. Available materials include:


Molecular monitoring with RQ-PCR



MMR, the treatment goal in Ph+ CML

Coping with a Diagnosis of Ph+ CML

Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

How nilotinib works

How Imatinib works

Tests That May Be Used to Monitor Response to Treatment

Living with Ph+ CML

The Different Kinds of Blood Cells

Questions to Ask Your Physician or Nurse

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Reviewing the Latest Recommendations in Ph+ CML Management

Downloadable PDFs click to download:

How Imatinib Works [PDF]
Coping with Diagnosis of CML [PDF]
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia [PDF]

Tools to monitor treatment are available as PDFs for download:

PCR Results Tracking Tool [PDF]
CBC Chart [PDF]
Cytogenetic Response Graph [PDF]
MMR Graph [PDF]

Additional support for your patients

In some countries, patients have access to a local helpline and the option of receiving SMS text messages or e-mail to remind them about doctor/hospital appointments and/or taking their medication.

CML Alliance, a comprehensive support program available in many countries around the world, is brought to you through affiliates of Novartis AG. CML Alliance offers a wealth of resources designed to help you and your patients optimize outcomes in Ph+ CML. As such, the affiliates of Novartis AG make it easy to access the CML Alliance support program specific to your country.

To inquire about patient support initiatives available in your country, please click on the link below.


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