Imatinib Mesylate Tablets

Imatinib is used to treat some certain types of cancer (such as acute lymphoblastic leukemia, gastrointestinal stromal tumors , chronic myeloid leukemia, and myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative diseases). Imatinib is a type of cancer growth blocker called a tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI). Tyrosine kinases are proteins that cells use to signal to each other to grow. Imatinib is a chemotherapy drug that works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.
Use the medicine exactly as directed. Take imatinib with a meal and a large glass of water. Do not take imatinib on an empty stomach.