Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Edema
Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Erythema

Moderate

Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Peripheral Neuropathy
Dehydration
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Confusion

Mild

Flushing

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Imatinib should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Imatinib. Immediately discontinue Imatinib if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Imatinib can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Imatinib has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Imatinib. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Fentanyl

Clozapine

Adalimumab

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Diclofenac

Ibuprofen

Simvastatin

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet

Is this Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet

You can take Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet

Information about the interaction of Imatinib 400 Mg Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

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