GLEEVEC 400MG TAB

Overview

GLEEVEC 400MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

GLEEVEC 400MG TAB is composed of: IMATINIB (400 MG)

Imatinib interferes with the growth of some cancer cells. Imatinib is used to treat certain types of leukemia (blood cancer), bone marrow disorders, and skin cancer. Imatinib is also used to treat certain tumors of the stomach and digestive system.

Usage

IMATINIB is generally used to treat: Leukemia, Skin Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

GLEEVEC 400MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for GLEEVEC 400MG TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, heart attack, irregular heartbeat, diabetes, heart, lung, thyroid or liver disease, smokers, street drug and heavy alcohol users. Avoid excess dosage. It may cause diarrhea during the treatment. Consult with your doctor if it does so. Consult with your doctor during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

IMATINIB over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

IMATINIB : Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Gums Bleeding, Face Swelling, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Eyes Blurred Vision, Body Pain, Chest Pain, Chills, Cough, Decreased Appetite, Decreased Urination, Labored Breathing, Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Fever, Head Headache, Slurred Speech, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Increased Thirst, Irregular Heartbeat, Loss Of Appetite, Mood Swings, Nausea, Vomit, Pale Skin, Weight Gain, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Throat Soreness, Runny Nose, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

IMATINIB : Weight Gain, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Pain With Urination

Rare Side-Effects

IMATINIB : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

IMATINIB can interfere with: Congestive Heart Disease, Pleural Effusion, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulcer, Duodenal, Gastritis, Hypothyroidism, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

IMATINIB is categorized as: BCR-ABL TYROSINE KINASE INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily86%
Before Sleeping7%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days65%
30 Days35%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs29%
18 to 35yrs29%
35 to 50yrs33%
50 to 60yrs10%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females13%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Hematologist96%
Oncologist4%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

SHELCAL 500MG TAB17%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)45%
LFT (SCREENING)10%

Available Alternatives for GLEEVEC 400MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALTANIB 400MG TABINR 3110.84 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
CADINIB 400MG TABINR 3675.15 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
CHEMOTINIB 400MG TABINR 3000 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
GLEEVEC 400MG TABINR 3110 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400 MG
GLIVEC 400MG TABINR 3110 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
IBATKIN 400MG CAPINR 3261.9 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 400.0 MG
IMALEK 400MG TABINR 1343.91 for 6 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
IMANIB 400MG TABINR 6250 for 30 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
IMAT 400MG TABINR 1570.21 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
IMATIB 400MG TABINR 3000 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
IMATINIBIMATINIB
IMATINIB 400MG TABINR 1758.73 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
IMATIREL 400MG TABINR 934.37 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
LEVIN 400MG TABINR 4026 for 30 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
LUPINIB 400MG TABINR 2004 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
MITINAB 400MG TABINR 1796.1 for 6 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
TIMINIB 400MG CAPINR 3500 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 400.0 MG
UNITINIB 400MG CAPINR 3339 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 400.0 MG
VEENAT 400MG TABINR 3520 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400 MG
ZEALATA 400MG TABINR 3454.5 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400.0 MG
ZEALATA TABINR 3454.5 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CELONIB 100MG CAPINR 900 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
CHEMOTINIB 100MG CAPINR 279 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
GLIVEC 100 MG TABINR 171.43 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100 MG
GLIVEC 400 TABINR 1371.73 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400 MG
IBATKIN 100MG CAPINR 904.76 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
IMALEK 100MG TABINR 875.9 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100.0 MG
IMANIB 100MG CAPINR 670.46 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
IMAT 100MG TABINR 455.65 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100.0 MG
IMATIB 100 TABINR 937.81 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100 MG
IMATIB 100MG CAPINR 937.81 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
IMATIB 400 TABINR 2817 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 400 MG
IMATIB A 100MG CAPINR 575 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
IMATINIB 100MG TABINR 915.38 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100.0 MG
IMATINIB MESYLATEIMATINIB
LEUKANIB 100MG TABINR 1100 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100.0 MG
LEVIN 250MG TABINR 42.86 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 250.0 MG
LEVIN 500MG TABINR 72.6 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 500.0 MG
LUPINIB 100MG TABINR 470 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100.0 MG
MITINAB 100MG TABINR 900 for 10 TABLETSIMATINIB 100.0 MG
SHANTINIB 100MG CAPINR 875 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
VEENAT 100MG CAPINR 855 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100.0 MG
VEENAT 100MG TABINR 855 for 10 CAPSULESIMATINIB 100 MG