Imatinib, (Glivec) works for treating for chronic phase, accelerated phase or blast phase of Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia (Ph CML);For the treatment of adult patients with unresectable and/or metastatic malignant gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST); Combination chemotherapy in children with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph ALL).For the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph ALL). It’s a doctor prescription (Imatinib) medicine.

NOVARTIS Pharma Ltd. in TURKEY mfg Glivec.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glivec tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

 

Suggestion:

Any advice on the use of the drug is for reference only. Please consult with doctor for medical advice.

Genuine medicine is important for treatment. So, always try to source genuine medicines from authentic sources and check the quality of medicines.

Side Effect:

The most common side effects of Imatinib are:

Upset stomach, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, headache, muscle/joint pain, muscle cramps, dizziness, blurred vision, or drowsiness. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: easy bruising/bleeding, unusual tiredness, sudden/unexplained weight gain, swelling hands/ankles/feet/abdomen, swelling around the eyes, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, black/bloody stools, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, symptoms of liver disease (such as nausea/vomiting that doesn’t stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine).

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other side effects not listed above.