Imatinib mesylate is a protein-kinase inhibitor (signal transduction inhibitor) that stops the signal that causes cancer cell proliferation and is used to treat certain cancers such as acute lymphoblastic and chronic myeloid leukemia. Side effects may include abdominal pain, cramping, a bleeding problem, swelling of the face and limbs, blood in urine, bloody nose and eyes, and blue lips and fingernails.
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How the side effects of Veenat be managed in a CML patient?
Query: Hi doctor,I am diagnosed with CML with chronic phase TLC was 4.84 lakhs and was on treatment with Hydrox. During the course of treatment, I have developed tinnitus in the right ear. When I got admitted I had severe vertigo. After the treatment, I started with Veenat 400 mg, and my count came down to... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have been prescribed an excellent drug for CML (chronic myeloid leukemia) which is Imatinib mesylate. This drug is considered the gold standard treatment for CML. It can lead to nausea, musculoskeletal pain, diarrhea, joint pain, pancytopenia, etc., and side effe... Read Full »
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