Fluracil 500mg Injection contains the active ingredient as Fluorouracil. It belongs to a class of drugs called antimetabolites, which interfere with the genetic material (DNA and RNA) synthesis of rapidly dividing cancer cells, leading to their death. It is commonly used to treat breast, colorectal, stomach, esophagus, and pancreatic cancers. It can be administered in different ways, including through injection or as a cream. Like all other anticancer medication, Fluracil 500mg Injection can cause side effects. Common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mouth sores, hair loss, and an increased risk of infection. However, not all patients will experience these side effects, and the severity of the side effects can vary from person to person. No specific foods need to be avoided when receiving Fluracil 500mg Injection, but alcohol, spicy or acidic foods, citrus fruits and juices, and high-fiber foods may worsen some side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, mouth sores, and gastrointestinal problems. Patients should consider avoiding or limiting these foods during treatment. Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have undergone surgery in the last 30 days or are following a controlled sodium diet.

FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION contains Fluorouracil, which belongs to a group of medicines called Nucleoside metabolic inhibitors. FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION is used to manage cancer involving the breast, oesophagus, stomach, colon, rectum, pancreas, prostate, ovary, bladder, and head and neck cancer. FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION should not be used in patients with serious infections (for example, Herpes zoster or chickenpox), non-malignant tumours, poor nutrition, weakened immunity due to long illness, damaged bone marrow due to other antineoplastics or radiotherapy, severe liver disease, or homozygotic or complete deficiency of dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) enzyme. FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with decreased blood cells, oral ulcers, fever or haemorrhage at any site or weakness (due to decreased blood cells), kidney or liver problems like jaundice (yellowing of the skin) or heart problems like chest pain, reduced activity or deficiency of the enzyme DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase), had high-dose radiation to pelvic, spine, ribs, metastatic tumours with involvement of bone marrow, severe bone marrow suppression include neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and anaemia, viral, bacterial, fungal and/or parasitic infections, encephalopathy, gastrointestinal side effects like stomatitis, diarrhoea, bleeding from the G.I. tract or haemorrhage at any site, family history of partial or complete deficiency of the enzyme dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD), had recent major surgery.

Combinib 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of breast cancer. It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells. It is either used alone or in combination with some other medicine to cure advanced-stage breast cancer. Combinib 250mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach or an hour before or 2 hours after a meal. The dose and duration vary according to the severity of your condition and your response to treatment. Take it exactly as prescribed to avoid serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, back pain, and breathing difficulty. It may cause severe diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids or consult with your doctor if it bothers you. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice a severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, nausea, or vomiting. Your doctor may check your liver function before, during, and after treatment with this medicine. Before taking Combinib 250mg Tablet, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are taking. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details. Uses of Combinib Tablet Pancreatic cancer Small cell lung cancer Liver cancer Kidney cancer Thyroid cancer Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Gastrointestinal stromal tumour Cancer of colon and rectum Non-small cell lung cancer Soft tissue sarcoma Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis Breast cancer Side effects of Combinib Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Combinib Abdominal pain Back pain Breathing problems Constipation Cough Diarrhea Fatigue Headache Hot flashes Increased bilirubin in the blood Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) Joint pain Liver damage Loss of appetite Mucosal inflammation Nausea Pain in extremities Rash Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth) Vomiting Weakness Weight gain How to use Combinib Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Combinib 250mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. How Combinib Tablet works Combinib 250mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works against the HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor protein) receptors and EGFRs (epidermal growth factor receptor) which are responsible for the over-proliferation of cells. This is how it inhibits the growth of cancerous cells causing downstream signaling pathways. Safety advice warnings Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Combinib 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Combinib 250mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding UNSAFE Combinib 250mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. warnings Driving UNSAFE Combinib 250mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney CAUTION Combinib 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Combinib 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Combinib 250mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease. warnings Liver CAUTION Combinib 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Combinib 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of this medicine in patients with the severe liver disease.

Marketer BDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt SALT COMPOSITION Sorafenib (200mg) Storage Store below 30°C Uses of Livonibe Tablet Pancreatic cancer Small cell lung cancer Liver cancer Kidney cancer Thyroid cancer Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Gastrointestinal stromal tumour Cancer of colon and rectum Non-small cell lung cancer Soft tissue sarcoma Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis Breast cancer Product introduction Livonibe 200mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors used in the treatment of liver cancer, kidney cancer, and thyroid cancer. Livonibe 200mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. Fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, hair loss and diarrhea are some common side effects of this medicine. It might cause high blood pressure, so the doctor may ask you for a regular check-up of blood pressure. You must inform your doctor if you notice severe skin reaction such as skin rash, or any pain, swelling, and redness of your hands and feet. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or high blood pressure. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. Side effects of Livonibe Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Livonibe Fatigue Nausea Loss of appetite Diarrhea Abdominal pain Hair loss Weight loss Rash Painful blisters on hands and feet How to use Livonibe Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Livonibe 200mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. How Livonibe Tablet works Livonibe 200mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells. Safety advice warnings Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Livonibe 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Livonibe 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding UNSAFE Livonibe 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. warnings Driving SAFE Livonibe 200mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Livonibe 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Livonibe 200mg Tablet is recommended. Regular monitoring of blood tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine. warnings Liver CAUTION Livonibe 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Livonibe 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Marketer BDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt SALT COMPOSITION Cabozantinib (40mg) Uses of Cabozanib Tablet Pancreatic cancer Small cell lung cancer Liver cancer Kidney cancer Thyroid cancer Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Gastrointestinal stromal tumour Cancer of colon and rectum Non-small cell lung cancer Soft tissue sarcoma Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis Breast cancer Product introduction Cabozanib 40mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors used in the treatment of liver cancer, kidney cancer, and thyroid cancer. Cabozanib 40mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. Take it exactly as advised by the doctor. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. Fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, taste change, and diarrhea are some of the common side effects of Cabozanib 40mg Tablet. It might cause high blood pressure, so the doctor may ask you for a regular check up of blood pressure. You must inform your doctor if you notice a severe skin reaction, such as skin rash or any pain, swelling, and redness of your hands and feet. Before taking Cabozanib 40mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or high blood pressure. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your healthcare team know about all the medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during the treatment with this drug is important to avoid pregnancy. Side effects of Cabozanib Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Cabozanib Fatigue Nausea Diarrhea Vomiting Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth) High blood pressure Decreased appetite Taste change Low blood platelets Anemia (low number of red blood cells) Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome Decrease in body weight Increased liver enzymes Dyspepsia How to use Cabozanib Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cabozanib 40mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. How Cabozanib Tablet works Cabozanib 40mg Tablet works by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that prompts multiplication of cancer cells, thereby slowing or stopping the spread of cancer cells. Safety advice warnings Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cabozanib 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Cabozanib 40mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Cabozanib 40mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. warnings Driving CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether Cabozanib 40mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cabozanib 40mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cabozanib 40mg Tablet is recommended. warnings Liver CAUTION Cabozanib 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cabozanib 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Marketer BDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt SALT COMPOSITION Cabozantinib (20mg) Uses of Cabozanib Tablet Pancreatic cancer Small cell lung cancer Liver cancer Kidney cancer Thyroid cancer Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Gastrointestinal stromal tumour Cancer of colon and rectum Non-small cell lung cancer Soft tissue sarcoma Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis Breast cancer Product introduction Cabozanib 20mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors used in the treatment of liver cancer, kidney cancer, and thyroid cancer. Cabozanib 20mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. Take it exactly as advised by the doctor. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. Fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, taste change, and diarrhea are some of the common side effects of Cabozanib 20mg Tablet. It might cause high blood pressure, so the doctor may ask you for a regular check up of blood pressure. You must inform your doctor if you notice a severe skin reaction, such as skin rash or any pain, swelling, and redness of your hands and feet. Before taking Cabozanib 20mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or high blood pressure. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your healthcare team know about all the medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during the treatment with this drug is important to avoid pregnancy. Side effects of Cabozanib Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Cabozanib Fatigue Nausea Diarrhea Vomiting Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth) High blood pressure Decreased appetite Taste change Low blood platelets Anemia (low number of red blood cells) Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome Decrease in body weight Increased liver enzymes Dyspepsia How to use Cabozanib Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cabozanib 20mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. How Cabozanib Tablet works Cabozanib 20mg Tablet works by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that prompts multiplication of cancer cells, thereby slowing or stopping the spread of cancer cells. Safety advice warnings Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cabozanib 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Cabozanib 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Cabozanib 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. warnings Driving CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether Cabozanib 20mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cabozanib 20mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cabozanib 20mg Tablet is recommended.

Marketer Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd SALT COMPOSITION Imatinib mesylate (400mg) Storage Store below 30°C Uses of Imanib Tablet Pancreatic cancer Small cell lung cancer Liver cancer Kidney cancer Thyroid cancer Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Gastrointestinal stromal tumour Cancer of colon and rectum Non-small cell lung cancer Soft tissue sarcoma Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis Breast cancer Treatment of Cancer Product introduction Imanib 400mg Tablet is used to treat several types of cancers. It is most commonly prescribed to treat blood cancers (chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphocytic leukemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. It works by targeting specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. Imanib 400mg Tablet is also used for treatment of a skin tumor called dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans and a type of bone marrow condition called aggressive systemic mastocytosis. The medicine should be taken with food. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Continue taking it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include edema, nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, musculoskeletal pain, diarrhea, rash, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Let your doctor know if you experience unexpected rapid weight gain. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood cells and liver function while you are taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus if you experience dizziness and blurry vision. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. Benefits of Imanib Tablet In Treatment of Cancer In several types of cancers like blood cancers, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, skin cancer (dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans), and bone marrow condition (aggressive systemic mastocytosis), Imanib 400mg Tablet targets the specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. By stopping these proteins, the medicine slows down or even stops the growth of cancer. This helps shrink tumors, slow down their growth, and make the patients feel better. Side effects of Imanib Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Imanib Edema (swelling) Nausea Vomiting Muscle cramp Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain Diarrhea Rash Fatigue Abdominal pain Bleeding Breathing problems Cough Weight gain Dry eye Dizziness Hemorrhage How to use Imanib Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Imanib 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food. How Imanib Tablet works Imanib 400mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. A protein enzyme, bcr-abl tyrosine kinase, responsible for the growth of abnormal proliferation of cancer cells. This medicine inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis (planned cell death) in bcr-abl positive cells (cancer cells). This is how it works to stop or slow the spread of cancer.

Marketer Zydus Healthcare Limited SALT COMPOSITION Imatinib mesylate (400mg) Storage Store below 30°C Product introduction Imat 400 Tablet is used to treat several types of cancers. It is most commonly prescribed to treat blood cancers (chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphocytic leukemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. It works by targeting specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. Imat 400 Tablet is also used for treatment of a skin tumor called dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans and a type of bone marrow condition called aggressive systemic mastocytosis. The medicine should be taken with food. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Continue taking it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include edema, nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, musculoskeletal pain, diarrhea, rash, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Let your doctor know if you experience unexpected rapid weight gain. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood cells and liver function while you are taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus if you experience dizziness and blurry vision. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. Uses of Imat Tablet Pancreatic cancer Small cell lung cancer Liver cancer Kidney cancer Thyroid cancer Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Gastrointestinal stromal tumour Cancer of colon and rectum Non-small cell lung cancer Soft tissue sarcoma Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis Breast cancer Treatment of Cancer Benefits of Imat Tablet In Treatment of Cancer In several types of cancers like blood cancers, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, skin cancer (dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans), and bone marrow condition (aggressive systemic mastocytosis), Imat 400 Tablet targets the specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. By stopping these proteins, the medicine slows down or even stops the growth of cancer. This helps shrink tumors, slow down their growth, and make the patients feel better. Side effects of Imat Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Imat Edema (swelling) Nausea Vomiting Muscle cramp Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain Diarrhea Rash Fatigue Abdominal pain Bleeding Breathing problems Cough Weight gain Dry eye Dizziness Hemorrhage How to use Imat Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Imat 400 Tablet is to be taken with food. How Imat Tablet works Imat 400 Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. A protein enzyme, bcr-abl tyrosine kinase, responsible for the growth of abnormal proliferation of cancer cells. This medicine inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis (planned cell death) in bcr-abl positive cells (cancer cells). This is how it works to stop or slow the spread of cancer.

Brand: Glivec 400mg Composition: Imatinib mesylate 400mg Form: Tablet Packing: 30 Tablets Manufacture By: Novartis India Ltd DESCRIPTION: Glivec 400 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines known as tyrosine kinase impediments. It’s used in the treatment of blood cancer ( habitual myeloid leukemia and Acute lymphocytic leukemia) and gastrointestinal stromal excrescence. Product introduction Glivec 400mg Tablet is used to treat several types of cancers. It is most commonly prescribed to treat blood cancers (chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphocytic leukemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. It works by targeting specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. Glivec 400mg Tablet is also used for treatment of a skin tumor called dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans and a type of bone marrow condition called aggressive systemic mastocytosis. The medicine should be taken with food. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Continue taking it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include edema, nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, musculoskeletal pain, diarrhea, rash, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Let your doctor know if you experience unexpected rapid weight gain. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood cells and liver function while you are taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus if you experience dizziness and blurry vision. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. Uses of Glivec Tablet Pancreatic cancer Small cell lung cancer Liver cancer Kidney cancer Thyroid cancer Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Gastrointestinal stromal tumour Cancer of colon and rectum Non-small cell lung cancer Soft tissue sarcoma Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis Breast cancer Treatment of Cancer Benefits of Glivec Tablet In Treatment of Cancer In several types of cancers like blood cancers, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, skin cancer (dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans), and bone marrow condition (aggressive systemic mastocytosis), Glivec 400mg Tablet targets the specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. By stopping these proteins, the medicine slows down or even stops the growth of cancer. This helps shrink tumors, slow down their growth, and make the patients feel better. Side effects of Glivec Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Glivec Edema (swelling) Nausea Vomiting Muscle cramp Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain Diarrhea Rash Fatigue Abdominal pain Bleeding Breathing problems Cough Weight gain Dry eye Dizziness Hemorrhage How to use Glivec Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glivec 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.