Altanib Cancer Tablet
₹2,118.6 - ₹3,934.5
Specifications
Product Details
Strength
400 mg
Packaging size
10'S
Brand
Altanib
Composition
Imatinib Mesylate 400 mg
Manufacturer
Alkem Laboratories
Treatment
Cancer
Prescription/Non prescription
Prescription
Form
Tablet
Therapeutic Uses
Used to treat:
Chronic myeloid leukemia
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative diseases
Hyper eosinophilic syndrome (HES) or chronic eosinophilic leukemia (CEL)
Packaging Type
3 strips in box
Product Description
- Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Altanib 400mg?
Altanib 400mg is an anti-cancer medication which works by slowing or stopping the growth of cance cells in the body.
Q. What is Altanib 400mg used for?
Altanib 400mg is used in the treatment of different types of cancers which includes acute lymphoblastic leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia, gastrointestinal stromal tumours and myeloproliferative diseases.
Q. Which drugs does Altanib interact with?
Interactions with other drugs:-
• Warfarin
• Amlodipine
• Simvastatin
• Alprazolam
• Clarithromycin
• Quinidine
• Cyclosporine
• Pimozide
• Fentanyl
• Ritonavir
• Ketoconazole
• Acetaminophen
Interactions with diseases:-
• Cardiovascular disease
• Fluid retension and edema
• Bone marrow suppression
• Kidney and liver disease Interactions with food items:-
• Grape or grapefruit juice
Q. Q. What are the side effects of Altanib ?
• Heartburn and indigestion
• Loss of appetite
• Mouth sores
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Skin rashes and itching
• Swelling near eyes
• Irregular hearbeat
• Presence of blood in cough
• Yellowing of skin and eyes
• Bloody stool
Q. What is the dosage of Altanib?
This medication should be taken as directed by the physician. No dose should be missed by the patient.
Q. How to store Altanib?
This medication should be stored at a temperature range of 15 to 25°C. It should be protected from light and humidity.
Q. What precautions are to be taken by pregnant and lactating women?
This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women. It should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.
Q. What precautions are to be taken for children?
This medication should be used with caution in children. For pediatric patients suffering from chronic myeloid leukemia, the dose administered should not exceed recommended dose.
Q. Is any other precaution to be taken while taking Altanib?
This medication should be taken on empty stomach in order to avoid increased risks of adverse effects.
It is important for the patient to complete the course of the treatment.
The patient should underatake regular blood and liver function tests.
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