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Imatikast Benefits & Uses

Imatikast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

Other Benefits

Imatikast Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Imatikast Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Imatikast is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Edema
Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Moderate

Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Peripheral Neuropathy
Dehydration
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Confusion
Angina Pectoris

Mild

Flushing
Rhinitis
Weakness
Urticaria
Breast Enlargement

Imatikast Related Warnings

Is the use of Imatikast safe for pregnant women?

Imatikast should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Imatikast safe during breastfeeding?

Imatikast can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Imatikast on the Kidneys?

Imatikast may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Imatikast on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Imatikast on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Imatikast on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Imatikast. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Imatikast with Other Drugs

Imatikast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Fentanyl

Clozapine

Adalimumab

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Diclofenac

Ibuprofen

Simvastatin

Imatikast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Imatikast unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Imatikast

Is this Imatikast habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Imatikast.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Imatikast as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Imatikast is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Imatikast is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Imatikast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Imatikast

It is safe to take Imatikast with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Imatikast

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Imatikast with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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