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Matibenz is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Matibenz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Matibenz is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Matibenz is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Matibenz safe for pregnant women?
Matibenz has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Matibenz without medical advice.
Is the use of Matibenz safe during breastfeeding?
Matibenz may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Matibenz, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Matibenz.
What is the effect of Matibenz on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Matibenz. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Matibenz on the Liver?
Matibenz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Matibenz on the Heart?
Matibenz 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.
Matibenz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Matibenz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Matibenz habit forming or addictive?
Matibenz does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Matibenz, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Matibenz can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Matibenz only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Matibenz is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Matibenz
Taking Matibenz with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Matibenz
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Matibenz with alcohol.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gleevec (imatinib mesylate)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 674-676
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 869