Imatinate 400mg Capsule

Imatinate 400mg Capsule is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of blood cancers (chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphocytic leukemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. The active ingredient of Imatinate is imatinib which belongs to the drug class of tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Imatinate Capsule works by killing the cancer thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The doctor decides the required dosage and duration of the medicine. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this capsule until your doctor says to do so.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Imatinate 400mg Capsule. Usually, these side effects disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. Consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.

Some of the common side effects of Imatinate Capsules are mentioned below:

Fever
Cough
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Headache
Weight gain
Eye dryness
Hemorrhage
Muscles pain
Breathlessness
Abdominal pain
Nausea & Vomiting
Swelling in face, legs, and feet
Low levels of RBC and WBC in the blood
Severe side effects:

Liver failure
Heart failure
Skin inflammation
Gastrointestinal disorders
Low thyroid hormone secretion

Imatinate 400mg Capsule is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this capsule after consulting your healthcare expert.

Imatinate 400mg Capsule is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors. This capsule blocks the abnormal protein enzyme, bcr-abl tyrosine kinase. It is responsible for the growth and proliferation of cancer cells. By blocking, it inhibits its multiplication and leads to cell death. As a result, it prevents the further spreading of the cancer cells to nearby organs.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Imatinate 400mg Capsule. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Imatinate Capsule.

A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Imatinate 400mg. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.

Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), and Heart function at proper intervals after taking Imatinate.

Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Imatinate 400mg Capsule. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.

Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Imatinate 400mg Capsule. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.

It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Imatinate, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Imatinate Capsule. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.