LEVIN 100 MG TABLET

Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) / Blood cancer (Acute lymphocytic leukemia) / Gastrointestinal stromal tumour

In Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia) Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. LEVIN 100 MG TABLET kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. In Blood cancer (Acute lymphocytic leukemia) Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. LEVIN 100 MG TABLET kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. In Gastrointestinal stromal tumour A gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a type of tumor that occurs most commonly in the stomach or small intestine. The tumors develop into the specialized cells called interstitial cells of Cajal (ICCs). LEVIN 100 MG TABLET helps to kill the cancer cells and also stops their further growth and spread. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Nausea, Vomiting, Muscle cramp, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Diarrhea, Rash, Fatigue, Abdominal pain']

Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. LEVIN 100 MG TABLET is to be taken with food.

LEVIN 100 MG TABLET is an anti-cancer medication. A protein enzyme, bcr-abl tyrosine kinase, responsible for the growth of abnormal proliferation of cancer cells. This medicine inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis (planned cell death) in bcr-abl positive cells (cancer cells). This is how it works to stop or slow the spread of cancer.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with LEVIN 100 MG TABLET . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: LEVIN 100 MG TABLET is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: LEVIN 100 MG TABLET is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Lactating women should not breastfeed while using this drug and one month after stopping it.

Driving

Not Safe: LEVIN 100 MG TABLET may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Caution Advised: LEVIN 100 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of LEVIN 100 MG TABLET may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Caution Advised: LEVIN 100 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of LEVIN 100 MG TABLET may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

If you forget a dose of LEVIN 100 MG TABLET , simply continue with your regular schedule and do not take a double dose.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

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