Glivec is an indicated medicine used to treat certain types of cancer, such as stomach or intestinal leukemia, in children and adults.
This drug has in its composition Imatinib, a compound responsible for preventing the production of abnormal and cancerous cells, which helps to stop or slow the development of cancer.The generic of Glivec is imatinib mesilate.
- The price of Glivec ranges from 6 thousand to 11 thousand reais and can be purchased in pharmacies or online stores.
This medicine should only be used under the direction of the oncologist, as the recommended doses depend on the severity of the disease to be treated and the individual response of each patient to treatment.
The tablets should be swallowed whole, with a glass of water and immediately after meals.
Some of the side effects of Glivec may include weight gain, water retention and swelling of the limbs, weakness, bleeding, infections, paleness, shortness of breath, dark urine, blurred vision, chest pain, fever, nausea or vomiting.
This medicine is contraindicated in children under 2 years of age and in patients with a severe allergy to imatinib or any other component of the formula.
In addition, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, have liver, kidney or heart problems, or have been treated with levothyroxine, you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment.