Imatimax 400 Tablet

Short Description

Imatimax 400 Tablet is used to treat several types of cancers, including blood cancers and gastrointestinal stromal tumors.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Imatimax 400 Tablet is an anti-cancer medication that targets specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. It is used to treat several types of cancers, including blood cancers and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. The medicine should be taken with food and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Continue taking it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment.

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. Imatimax 400 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Edema Nausea Vomiting Muscle cramps Musculoskeletal pain Diarrhea Rash Fatigue Abdominal pain

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Imatimax 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Imatimax 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Imatimax 400 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.

Interacting Medicines

Atorvastatin Carbamazepine Fluvastatin Lovastatin

Imatimax 400 Tablet is an anti-cancer medication that targets specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. It inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis (planned cell death) in bcr-abl positive cells (cancer cells).

Always take it with food and a full glass of water to prevent nausea. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. 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.