Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Glivec Tablet
Glivec Tablet
| Generic name | Imatinib (Imatinib Mesylate) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Tyrosine kinase inhibitor (anticancer medicine) |
| Forms | Tablet, Capsule |
Glivec is an anticancer medicine that contains imatinib. It belongs to a group of medicines called tyrosine kinase inhibitors and is used to treat certain types of cancer and leukemia in children and adults.
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