food interaction for Imatero Tablet

alcohol interaction for Imatero Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Imatero Tablet

lactation interaction for Imatero Tablet

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Imatero 400mg TABLET is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Imatero 400mg TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Imatero 400mg TABLET is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Imatero 400mg TABLET is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Lactating women should not breastfeed while using this drug and 15 days after stopping it.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Imatero 400mg Tablet

Imatinib mesylate(400mg)

Imatero tablet uses

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How imatero tablet works

Imatero 400mg TABLET is an anti-cancer medication. A protein enzyme, bcr-abl tyrosine kinase, responsible for the growth of abnormal proliferation of cancer cells. This medicine inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis (planned cell death) in bcr-abl positive cells (cancer cells). This is how it works to stop or slow the spread of cancer.

Common side effects of imatero tablet

Edema (swelling), Nausea, Vomiting, Muscle cramp, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Diarrhea, Rash, Fatigue, Abdominal pain, Bleeding, Breathing problems, Cough, Weight gain, Dry eye, Dizziness, Hemorrhage

SUBSTITUTES FOR Imatero Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Imatero Tablet

  • Always take it with food and a full glass of water to prevent nausea.
  • It may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Water retention and swelling are very common side effects of Imatinib mesylate. Notify your doctor if you have unexpected rapid weight gain.
  • Do not change the dose or discontinue use without consulting your doctor.
  • Notify your doctor about all the medications you are taking, including over the counter medicines and dietary supplements.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the number of blood cells in your blood.

Frequently asked questions FOR Imatero 400mg Tablet

Imatinib mesylate

Q. Can Imatero 400mg TABLET be taken with food?
Yes, the best way to take it is with a glass of water and food. This prevents irritation in the food pipe and stomach. If you cannot swallow it, put the tablets in a glass of water or apple juice (approximately 50 ml for a 100 mg tablet and 200 ml for a 400 mg tablet). Stir it with a spoon to make it uniform and drink it immediately.
Q. Is it safe to drive while taking Imatero 400mg TABLET?
Imatero 400mg TABLET may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or drowsiness in some people. Make sure you know how you react to it before you drive a car or operate machinery.
Q. What precautions need to be followed while taking Imatero 400mg TABLET?
While taking Imatero 400mg TABLET, make sure you follow all the instructions given by your doctor, carefully and keep all appointments. You will need regular follow-up to ensure that the treatment is working. Regular blood tests, weight checks, and urine tests may be required to find out any side effects before it becomes serious. Make sure you use a method of contraception to prevent pregnancy during treatment with Imatero 400mg TABLET. Tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while you are taking this medicine. If you are about to start taking any new medicine, remind your doctor that you are taking Imatero 400mg TABLET.
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Q. Ever since I started using Imatero 400mg TABLET, I have noticed that I develop rashes and severe itching when I have sun exposure. Is it because of the medicine or the disease?
This medicine may make your skin much more sensitive to sunlight than it normally is. Exposure to sunlight may cause skin rash, itching, redness or severe sunburn. When you are outdoors, wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. If you feel a burning sensation on your skin, tell your doctor.
Q. The doctor has advised me not to take any medicine on my own while taking Imatero 400mg TABLET. Should I consult my doctor even if I need to take paracetamol for my fever?
Yes, there are a number of medicines which interfere with Imatero 400mg TABLET, including paracetamol. Therefore you should not self medicate while taking Imatero 400mg TABLET. Other medicines which interfere with Imatero 400mg TABLET include cyclosporin, dexamethasone (a steroid), warfarin, antiviral medicines which treat AIDS and some medicines which treat bacterial infections, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart problems, and mental disorders and depression. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine, and inform him that you are on Imatero 400mg TABLET therapy.
Q. Can I expect that if I take Imatero 400mg TABLET regularly and as advised by the doctor for CML, I will be cured?
Imatero 400mg TABLET has proved effective in many cases of CML. It is also noticed that the chances of survival increase after taking this medicine. The doctor who is treating CML can tell you better. The doctor will analyze your current state, blood test results, response to treatment, any other medical illness which you may be having, etc. and tell you.

Content on this page was last updated on 24 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)