Hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES) and chronic eosinophilic leukemia (CEL).
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP).
Contraindications:
Do not take if you are allergic to imatinib or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Inform your physician if you have kidney, heart, or liver problems.
Notify your doctor if you ever had or have a hepatitis B infection.
Before initiating treatment:
Inform your physician about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
Certain medications may interact with the effects of Imatikast 100mg tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
How to consume:
Take the tablets as prescribed by your doctor. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
Take this medicine with a meal to avoid stomach problems.
If you are unable to swallow the tablets, you can dissolve them as per your doctor's advice.
Safety advices:
Pregnancy: Imatikast 100mg tablet is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus.
Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Imatikast 100mg tablet because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.
Lungs: It is unknown whether Imatikast 100mg tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver: Imatikast 100mg tablet is unsafe when administered in patients with severe liver diseases. Dose adjustments are necessary in severe liver failure.
Alcohol: It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol when taking Imatikast 100mg tablet. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Driving: It is unsafe to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Imatikast 100mg tablet because you may feel dizzy, drowsy, or get blurred vision.
Side effects:
Common: swelling in the face, legs, ankles, and feet; nausea, vomiting; muscle cramps and pain; diarrhea; skin rash, night sweats; tiredness, dizziness; abdominal pain; increased weight; decreased RBC and WBC cells; headache; cough, inflammation in the nose; fever, lack of sleep.
Serious: heart failure; GI disorders; hypothyroidism; liver failure; swelling in the body.
FAQs:
How to use Imatikast 100mg tablet?
Imatikast 100mg tablet is administered orally, in the form of a tablet or capsule, and the dose depends on several factors, including the condition being treated, the weight of the patient, the particular regimen being used, and the overall health of the patient. It should be taken with food and a large glass of water to minimize gastrointestinal irritation.
Ever since I started using Imatikast 100mg tablet, I have noticed rashes and severe itching when I have sun exposure. Is it because of the medicine or the disease?
This medicine may make your skin much more sensitive to sunlight than it normally is. Exposure to sunlight may cause skin rash, itching, redness, or severe sunburn. When you are outdoors, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen with an SPF. Consult your doctor before taking necessary precautions.
Can Imatikast 100mg tablet cause kidney damage?
Yes, when taken for a longer period the medicine may cause damage to your kidneys. Your doctors may recommend you take a routine blood tests to assess your kidney function.
When is the best time to take Imatikast 100mg tablet?
Take the tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Take Imatikast 100mg tablet at the same time every day. It is usually taken with a meal and a large glass of water to avoid stomach problems.
Does Imatikast 100mg tablet affect memory?
Memory impairments have been only reported in limited studies. Consult your doctor immediately if you have any trouble in concentrating.
Storage:
Store Imatikast 100mg tablet in room temperature (25°C).
Keep the tablet away from the reach of children and pets.
If you forgot to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Avoid direct contact with crushed tablets with the skin or mucous membrane. If such contact occurs, wash thoroughly.
