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What is Imatinib Mesylate ?
Imatinib Mesylate, marketed under the name Gleevec among others, is a targeted therapy primarily used in the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs). It functions as a tyrosine kinase inhibitor, specifically blocking the BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase, which plays a critical role in the proliferation and survival of cancer cells. This medication effectively manages disease progression, but requires careful monitoring for potential side effects such as edema, nausea, and cytopenias.
Imatinib Mesylate
i-ma-TIN-ib
Consumer Forms
Capsule
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Tablet
Consumer Routes
By mouth
Therapeutic Classes
Antineoplastic Agent
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Immunological Agent
- Diarrhea
- Muscle or joint pain
- Headache
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, yellow skin or eyes
- Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
- Severe stomach pain, vomiting blood, or bloody or black, tarry stools
- Rapid weight, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet, trouble breathing, tiredness
- This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause blurry vision. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Oral routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.
- Oral routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Use effective birth control during treatment and for 14 days after your treatment ends.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or heart disease. Tell your doctor if you have had your thyroid removed.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 1 month after your last dose.
- This medicine can cause the following problems:Heart problemsLiver problemsBleeding in your digestive system, which could be seriousTumor lysis syndromeSlow growth in children
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.