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Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Imatinib 400mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Imatinib 400mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.After taking Imatinib 400mg Tablet avoid breastfeeding for 8 to 9 hours to reduce the exposure to the baby.

Driving

Imatinib 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Imatinib 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Imatinib 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Imatinib 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Imatinib 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Imatinib mesylate   400mg

Uses of Imatinib Tablet
Imatinib 400mg Tablet is used in the treatment of blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumour.

How to use Imatinib Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Imatinib 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Imatinib Tablet works
Imatinib 400mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Rash, Vomiting, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Edema, Abdominal pain, Fatigue, Diarrhoea, Muscle cramp.

Expert advice for Imatinib Tablet
Always take Imatinib with food and a full glass of water. Do not change the dose or discontinue use without consulting your doctor. Imatinib may cause dizziness or blurred vision. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Water retention and swelling are very common side effects of Imatinib. Notify your doctor if you have unexpected rapid weight gain. Notify your doctor about all the medications you are taking, including over the counter medicines and dietary supplements.