Glivec 100mg Tablet

Glivec 100mg Tablet is a type of drug called tyrosine kinase inhibitors that is commonly used to treat certain cancers It works by blocking specific proteins called tyrosine kinases which are involved in the growth of cancer cells By inhibiting these proteins Glivec helps to control the growth and division of cancer cells thus aiding in the treatment of various cancers It is recommended to take Glivec with or without food but maintaining a consistent daily time is important for optimal results However it may cause side effects such as swelling fatigue rash fever hair loss difficulty sleeping joint and muscle pain weight gain night sweats itching gastrointestinal toxicity blood cell abnormalities liver toxicity and renal toxicity While some side effects are common any severe or persistent symptoms should be reported to a healthcare provider promptly Tumour lysis syndrome may occur especially in individuals with a high tumour burden so monitoring and preventive measures should be taken Severe or persistent musculoskeletal pain or cramps should also be brought to medical attention If a dose is missed patients should take it as soon as remembered but doubling the dose should be avoided if the next scheduled dose is approaching Consulting with a doctor for guidance on managing missed doses effectively is advisable