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
This listing uses Gleevec as a reference name. A generic equivalent is supplied; its exact brand and manufacturer are confirmed before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Gleevec vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
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 is used here as a reference originator brand name to identify the medicine. We are not affiliated with the brand owner, and this listing does not offer the originator product.
- The supplied product is a generic equivalent containing Imatinib, not the originator brand shown as the reference.
- The exact generic brand, manufacturer and dispatch location are confirmed based on the product, destination and available manufacturer or partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.