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food interaction for Levin Tablet
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food
alcohol
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lactation
Levin 400mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Levin 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Levin 400mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
UNSAFE
Levin 400mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR Levin 400mg Tablet
Imatinib mesylate(400mg)
Levin tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of cancer, blood cancer (chronic myeloid leukaemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumour.
How levin tablet works
Levin 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 levin tablet
Muscle cramp, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Rash, Weight gain, Edema (swelling), Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Abdominal pain, Bleeding, Breathing problems, Cough, Dizziness, Dry eye, Hemorrhage
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Expert advice FOR Levin 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 Levin 400mg Tablet
Imatinib mesylate
Q. Can Levin 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 Levin 400mg Tablet?
Levin 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 Levin 400mg Tablet?
While taking Levin 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 Levin 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 Levin 400mg Tablet.