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Samitib is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Samitib depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Samitib 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 Samitib is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Samitib safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Samitib. If you are pregnant, do not take Samitib without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Samitib safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Samitib. Immediately discontinue Samitib if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Samitib on the Kidneys?
Samitib 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.
What is the effect of Samitib on the Liver?
Samitib is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Samitib on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Samitib. 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.
Samitib 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 Samitib unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Samitib habit forming or addictive?
Samitib does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Samitib as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Samitib only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Samitib is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Samitib
You can take Samitib with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Samitib
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Samitib 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