Imatinib Mesylate Benefits & Uses

Imatinib Mesylate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Imatinib Mesylate 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

Imatinib Mesylate Side Effects

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

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Edema
Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Moderate

Gastritis
Peripheral Neuropathy
Dehydration
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Confusion
Angina Pectoris

Mild

Flushing
Rhinitis
Weakness
Urticaria
Breast Enlargement

Imatinib Mesylate Related Warnings

Is the use of Imatinib Mesylate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Imatinib Mesylate. If you are pregnant, do not take Imatinib Mesylate without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Imatinib Mesylate safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Imatinib Mesylate. If you see any side effects, stop taking Imatinib Mesylate immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Imatinib Mesylate again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Imatinib Mesylate on the Kidneys?

Imatinib Mesylate 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 Imatinib Mesylate on the Liver?

Side effects of Imatinib Mesylate rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Imatinib Mesylate on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Imatinib Mesylate. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Imatinib Mesylate with Other Drugs

Imatinib Mesylate 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 Mesylate Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Imatinib Mesylate

Is this Imatinib Mesylate habit forming or addictive?

Imatinib Mesylate does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Imatinib Mesylate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Imatinib Mesylate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Imatinib Mesylate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Imatinib Mesylate

It is safe to take Imatinib Mesylate with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Imatinib Mesylate

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

Unknown