{"product_id":"imatinib-400-mg","title":"Imatinib 400 mg","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eImatinib 400 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e is a widely prescribed \u003cstrong data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"251\"\u003eanticancer medication\u003c\/strong\u003e used in the treatment of specific types of cancers, particularly \u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"351\"\u003eChronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eGastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It belongs to a class of drugs known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"477\"\u003etyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are designed to target and block abnormal proteins responsible for the growth of cancer cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eImatinib works by inhibiting the activity of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eBCR-ABL tyrosine kinase enzyme\u003c\/strong\u003e, a protein that promotes uncontrolled cell division in certain cancers. By blocking this enzyme, \u003cstrong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eImatinib 400 mg tablets help slow down or stop the progression of cancer\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an essential part of targeted cancer therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mzmz4o\" data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e🔬 Mechanism of Action\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eImatinib specifically inhibits abnormal proteins known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"966\"\u003etyrosine kinases\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly the \u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eBCR-ABL enzyme\u003c\/strong\u003e produced by the Philadelphia chromosome in certain cancers. This enzyme signals cancer cells to grow and divide uncontrollably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eBy blocking this activity, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eImatinib 400 mg tablets help stop the proliferation of cancer cells\u003c\/strong\u003e, induce apoptosis (programmed cell death), and slow disease progression. It may also inhibit other kinases such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003ec-KIT and PDGFR\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are involved in tumor growth in GIST and other malignancies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9dw4b\" data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e🩺 Uses of Imatinib 400 mg\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eImatinib 400 mg is prescribed for the treatment of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pvnjo1\" data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eChronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zcyfqf\" data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eAcute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (Ph+ ALL)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ac7kyn\" data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eGastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6axnh\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eMyelodysplastic\/Myeloproliferative diseases (MDS\/MPD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b2ox7d\" data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003eDermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans (DFSP)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eThis medication is a key component in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003emodern oncology treatment plans\u003c\/strong\u003e, improving survival rates and disease management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinemedicine4u.com\/collections\/oncology\"\u003ehttps:\/\/onlinemedicine4u.com\/collections\/oncology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"105jd6p\" data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e💊 Dosage \u0026amp; Administration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jai99q\" data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eImatinib 400 mg is typically taken \u003cstrong data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003eonce daily or as directed by a healthcare professional\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w7kpks\" data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eIt should be taken \u003cstrong data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003ewith food and a full glass of water\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce stomach irritation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r7547n\" data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eThe dosage may vary depending on the type of cancer, stage, and patient response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bilx26\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003eTablets should be swallowed whole; do not crush or chew unless advised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e⚠️ Always follow your doctor’s prescription strictly for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1e2gqbu\" data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003e⚠️ Precautions \u0026amp; Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003eBefore using Imatinib 400 mg, consider the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2874\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5l6d5\" data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eUse only under \u003cstrong data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003emedical supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4fcro8\" data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003eInform your doctor if you have \u003cstrong data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003eliver, kidney, or heart conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"67ky4h\" data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eNot recommended during \u003cstrong data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003epregnancy or breastfeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e unless prescribed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h8jzcy\" data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003eRegular \u003cstrong data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2675\"\u003eblood tests and monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e are required during treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13t22v7\" data-start=\"2708\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003eAvoid alcohol and certain medications that may interact with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinemedicine4u.com\/collections\/oncology\"\u003eImatinib\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ccz20v\" data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2874\"\u003eMay cause side effects such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003enausea, fatigue, swelling, muscle cramps, or diarrhea\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2879\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"brdd4l\" data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003e🌟 Key Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"3163\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hrrc4n\" data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003eTargeted action with minimal damage to healthy cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ygaxi6\" data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003eEffective in treating specific genetic mutations in cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fmswgd\" data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003eConvenient \u003cstrong data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eoral tablet form\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ksl5no\" data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3111\"\u003eImproves long-term disease control in CML and GIST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"216fnk\" data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3163\"\u003eWidely recognized and clinically proven therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ietzmw\" data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3208\"\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"f62221\" data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3250\"\u003e1. What is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinemedicine4u.com\/collections\/oncology\"\u003eImatinib\u003c\/a\u003e 400 mg used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3251\" data-end=\"3372\"\u003eIt is used to treat cancers like \u003cstrong data-start=\"3284\" data-end=\"3310\"\u003eCML, GIST, and Ph+ ALL\u003c\/strong\u003e by targeting abnormal proteins that cause cancer cell growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"r1zwny\" data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3417\"\u003e2. How long does \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinemedicine4u.com\/products\/imatinib-400-mg?variant=51935630164199\"\u003eImatinib\u003c\/a\u003e take to work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3537\"\u003eResults may vary, but patients often begin to see improvement within \u003cstrong data-start=\"3487\" data-end=\"3512\"\u003ea few weeks to months\u003c\/strong\u003e of consistent treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pdjy18\" data-start=\"3539\" data-end=\"3571\"\u003e3. Can Imatinib cure cancer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3572\" data-end=\"3689\"\u003eImatinib helps \u003cstrong data-start=\"3587\" data-end=\"3628\"\u003econtrol and manage cancer effectively\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in CML, but outcomes depend on individual cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9h6gk4\" data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3731\"\u003e4. What are the common side effects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3857\"\u003eCommon side effects include \u003cstrong data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3808\"\u003enausea, fatigue, swelling, and muscle cramps\u003c\/strong\u003e. Always consult your doctor if symptoms persist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11uhney\" data-start=\"3859\" data-end=\"3891\"\u003e5. Is Imatinib chemotherapy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3991\"\u003eNo, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinemedicine4u.com\/products\/imatinib-400-mg?variant=51935630164199\"\u003eImatinib\u003c\/a\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3935\"\u003etargeted therapy drug\u003c\/strong\u003e, which works differently from traditional chemotherapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4320\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"z1ha7d\" data-start=\"4322\" data-end=\"4338\"\u003e⚠️ Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4642\"\u003eImatinib 400 mg is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"4361\" data-end=\"4402\"\u003eprescription-only oncology medication\u003c\/strong\u003e and must be used strictly under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional. 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