Imkeldi
IMATINIB treats some types of cancer. It works by blocking a protein that causes cancer cells to grow and multiply. This helps to slow or stop the spread of cancer cells.
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What is Imkeldi?
What should I tell my doctor?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- Bleeding disorder
- Infection, especially a viral infection, such as chickenpox, cold sores, herpes
- Heart disease
- Heart failure
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Lung disease
- Stomach or intestine problems
- An unusual or allergic reaction to imatinib, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- Breastfeeding
How should I use this drug?
Take this medication by mouth with a full glass of water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Use a specially marked oral syringe, spoon, or dropper to measure each dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. Take it with food. Your care team may change your dose or tell you to stop taking this medication if you get side effects. Do not change your dose or stop taking it unless your care team tells you to.
Do not take this medication with grapefruit juice.
This medication comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this medication. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or care team if you have questions.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as 1 year for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, skip it. Take your next dose at the normal time. Do not take extra or 2 doses at the same time to make up for the missed dose.
Where should I store this drug?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep this medication in the original container. Get rid of any unused medication after it expires or 30 days after opening the bottle, whichever is first.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
- Take the medication to a take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
- If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of it safely.
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Imkeldi 80mg/mL Solution