Chemotinib Information

Chemotinib is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia. The alternative uses of Chemotinib have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Chemotinib depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Chemotinib as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Chemotinib are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Chemotinib's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Chemotinib's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Chemotinib related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Chemotinib have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Chemotinib with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Chemotinib is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Chemotinib Benefits & Uses
Chemotinib Dosage & How to Take
Chemotinib Side Effects
Chemotinib Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Chemotinib with Other Drugs
Chemotinib Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Chemotinib
Chemotinib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Chemotinib Benefits & Uses

Chemotinib is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Chemotinib 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: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors 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: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors 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: Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) 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: Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) 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

Chemotinib Related Warnings

Is the use of Chemotinib safe for pregnant women?

Chemotinib shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Chemotinib safe during breastfeeding?

Chemotinib may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Chemotinib, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Chemotinib.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chemotinib on the Kidneys?

Chemotinib may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chemotinib on the Liver?

Chemotinib is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Chemotinib on the Heart?

Chemotinib may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Chemotinib with Other Drugs

Chemotinib 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

Chemotinib Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Chemotinib

Is this Chemotinib habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Chemotinib is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Chemotinib can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Chemotinib only as per medical advice.

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

No, Chemotinib cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Chemotinib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chemotinib

Taking Chemotinib with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Chemotinib

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Chemotinib with alcohol will be.

Unknown