Gleevec
Imatinib tablets for chronic myeloid leukaemia and stomach tumours. It disables the abnormal protein that fuels the growth of leukaemia cells.
- Category
- Oncology Support
- Active ingredient
- Imatinib
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 400mg
Gleevec is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Gleevec depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Gleevec details
- Alternative names
- imatinib
- Therapeutic class
- Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Antineoplastic
- Contraindications
- severe hypersensitivity to imatinib
- Minor side effects
- nausea; vomiting; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- fluid retention; muscle cramps; fatigue
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Ketoconazole; Rifampin; Warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects
severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; severe bone marrow suppression, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Imatinib tablets for chronic myeloid leukaemia and stomach tumours. It disables the abnormal protein that fuels the growth of leukaemia cells.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits the Bcr-Abl tyrosine kinase enzyme, halting signaling pathways that trigger neoplastic cellular proliferation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of fetal toxicity. Do not use during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Avoid.
What you will receive
Gleevec names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Imatinib at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.