Imatinib and Muscle Aches: What Users Say

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• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 30, 2013

Imatinib for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor "I had a 5 cm gastrointestinal stromal tumor removed from my stomach about a year ago and have been on Gleevec 400 mg since Nov. 2012. Main side effects are occasional muscle cramping that can be intense, mild periorbital edema, and mild to moderate nausea. Most worrisome for me is a very low ANC (absolute neutrophil count) that is being closely monitored."

• Cha...
• March 15, 2016

Imatinib for Chronic Eosinophilic Leukemia "Been on Gleevec 100 mg since June 2011 for chronic eosinophilic leukemia. Side effects comprise muscle cramps, tiredness, and persistent cough. Has reduced my white cell count from 13 to"

• Cli...
• April 18, 2013

For Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia "I was diagnosed with PH CML during December 2009. I was put on Imatinib Mesylate 400 mg since 1.1.2010. With Imatinib, my counts are well within normal limits and so far, the PH Chromosome has remained negative to date. I have side effects like muscle cramps, headache, fluid retention, abdominal bloating, mild diarrhea, anxiety, sleeplessness, and mood swings. Incidence of headache has come down. Fluid retention is relieved with Lasilactone, and bone pain is relieved with Calcium and Vit D3. I take Wheat Grass juice and Beetroot Carrot Ginger juice and do certain yoga, especially for cancer."