Glivec Cancer Tablet
₹2,090.6 - ₹3,882.5
Specifications
Product Details
Strength
400 mg
Packaging size
10'S
Brand
Glivec
Composition
Imatinib Mesylate 400 mg
Manufacturer
Novartis India
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
10 blisters in box
Product Description
- Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Glivec?
It is an anti-cancer medication which works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in the body.
Q. What is Glivec used for?
It 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 Glivec interact with?
Interactions with other drugs:-
Warfarin
Amlodipine
Simvastatin
Alprazolam
Clarithromycin
Quinidine
Cyclosporine
Pimozide
Fentanyl
Ritonavir
Ketoconazole
Acetaminophen
Interactions with diseases:-
Cardiovascular disease
Fluid retention and edema
Bone marrow suppression
Kidney and liver disease
Interactions with food items:-
Grape or grapefruit juice Q. What are the side effects of Glivec ?
Heartburn and indigestion
Loss of appetite
Mouth sores
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
Skin rashes and itching
Swelling near eyes
Irregular heartbeat
Presence of blood in cough
Yellowing of skin and eyes
Bloody stool Q. What is the dosage of Glivec?
This medication should be taken as directed by the physician. No dose should be missed by the patient.
Q. How to store Glivec?
This medication should be taken as directed by the physician. No dose should be missed by the patient.
Q. What general precautions are to be taken while taking Glivec?
Inform the doctor if you suffer from the following conditions:-
Any allergic reaction to Imatinib mesylate or any other ingredient present in the formulation
Hypotension
Gastrointestinal disorder
Cardiovascular disease
Hypothyroidism
Q. What precautions are to be taken by pregnant and lactating women?
This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant and lactating women.
Q. What precautions are to be taken for children for taking Glivec?
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.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 Glivec?
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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