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    • IMATINIB MESYLATE (Generic for GLEEVEC)

IMATINIB (i MAT in ib) 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.


There is no lifestyle interaction information available for this medication.