Ontinib 100mg Tablet: Effective Treatment for Your Health

Ontinib 100mg Tablet

Active substance: Imatinib

Class: Tyrosine kinase inhibitor (antineoplastic drug)

Uses:

• Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML);
• Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph-positive ALL);
• Myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative diseases (MDS/MPD);
• Hypereosinophilic syndrome (HES);
• Chronic eosinophilic leukemia (CEL);
• Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP);
• Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).

Mechanism of action: Ontinib 100mg tablet inhibits the growth of abnormal cancer cells by blocking a specific abnormal protein created by a chromosomal abnormality that signals cancer cells to multiply.

Dosage and administration:

• 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.

Contraindications:

• Do not take Ontinib 100mg tablet 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;
• Report any symptoms of bruising, bleeding, fever, fatigue, and confusion when taking this medicine.

Safety advice:

• Pregnancy: unsafe to administer in pregnant women;
• Breastfeeding: breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Ontinib 100mg tablet;
• Lungs: consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment;
• Liver: unsafe when administered in patients with severe liver diseases;
• Alcohol: it is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol when taking Ontinib 100mg tablet;
• Driving: it is unsafe to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ontinib 100mg tablet.

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.

FAQ:

• How to use Ontinib 100mg tablet? — Ontinib 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.
• Can Ontinib 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 Ontinib 100mg tablet? — Take the tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Take Ontinib 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 Ontinib 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 Ontinib 100mg tablet in room temperature (25°C). Keep the tablet away from the reach of children and pets.

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