Glivec 400mg Tablet (Imatinib)

Glivec 400mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine which is used in chronic myeloid leukemia & acute lymphocytic leukemia and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. It contains an active ingredient known as imatinib. It works by inhibiting the specific proteins called tyrosine kinases that promote the growth and multiplication of cancer cells. This can stop the cancer progression and cancer load inside the body. Imatinib 400mg Tablet can also be used to treat a skin tumor called dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans and a type of bone marrow condition known as aggressive systemic mastocytosis.

The tablet must be taken orally and swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed, chewed, or opened. The prescribed dose and duration of the Imatinib 400mg Tablet depend on the patient's condition and response to treatment. It is taken with food to reduce stomach-related problems. Patients are advised not to change the dosage and timings prescribed by the doctors because it can cause severe side effects.

Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, muscle cramps, fatigue, headache, skin rash, and swelling around the eyes, face, hands, or ankles. A few patients can undergo severe side effects, including severe fluid retention, liver problems, significant bleeding, severe skin reactions and heart problems. Most of the Imatinib 400mg Tablet side effects can leave when the body adapts to the medicine. However, report to your doctor if you experience serious side effects.

The medicine may harm an unborn baby. Women who can become pregnant should use effective contraception during treatment. Patients must list all medicines, supplements, and herbal products that they are taking. The Imatinib 400mg Tablet must be used under medical oversight or medical supervision only. Attend regular tests and follow-ups to monitor the medicine response and reduce side effects. Before making any adjustments, changing the dose, or stopping the treatment, consult with your doctor to maximize the benefit.

Blood Cancer

The human body reacts differently to Glivec 400mg Tablet(Imatinib 400mg). Response or undesired symptoms vary from individual to individual. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention.

Some of the common side effects of Glivec 400mg:
● Muscle cramp
● Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
● Rash
● Weight gain
● Edema (swelling)
● Nausea
● Vomiting
● Diarrhea
● Fatigue
● Abdominal pain
● Bleeding
● Breathing problems
● Cough
● Dizziness
● Dry eye
● Hemorrhage
However, if the symptoms don't disappear with time or you have severe side effects, then consult your doctor immediately.

Take Glivec 400mg Tablet(Imatinib 400mg) in dosage as prescribed by the doctor. Dosage and the duration determined as per stage & type of cancer and the patients health condition. This tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water. Don't crush, chew, or break the tablet. It should be taken with food. Never skip a dose or double dose.

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