Drug reference
imatinib
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Drug class
Oncology (TK Inhibitors)
Mechanism of action
Protein-tyrosine kinase inhibitor, specific for abnormal BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase produced by Philadelphia chromosome in CML/ALL
Common side effects
- Fluid retention
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Decreased hemoglobin
- Periorbital edema
- Diarrhea
Known interactions (5)
- flibanserin + imatinib Major
- imatinib + ivabradine Major
- avanafil + imatinib Moderate
- imatinib + lurasidone Moderate
- imatinib + regorafenib Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is imatinib?
imatinib belongs to: Oncology.
How does imatinib work?
Protein-tyrosine kinase inhibitor, specific for abnormal BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase produced by Philadelphia chromosome in CML/ALL
What are the common side effects of imatinib?
Fluid retention, Fatigue, Nausea, Decreased hemoglobin, Periorbital edema, Diarrhea
Which drugs interact with imatinib?
flibanserin, ivabradine, avanafil, lurasidone, regorafenib
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