Imatib 100 Mg Tablet Information

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia. The alternative uses of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Imatib 100 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Imatib 100 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Imatib 100 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

The section on Imatib 100 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Imatib 100 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet 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

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Imatib should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Imatib. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Imatib. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Imatib may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Imatib 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 Imatib 100 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet 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

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Imatib 100 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Imatib 100 Mg Tablet

Is this Imatib 100 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Imatib 100 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Imatib 100 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Imatib 100 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Imatib 100 Mg Tablet

Taking Imatib 100 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Imatib 100 Mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Imatib 100 Mg Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown