Matinic-400 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as 'anti-cancer medication', primarily used to treat various types of cancer. It is used to treat cancer of the blood (chronic myeloid leukaemia and acute lymphocytic leukaemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumour. Cancer is a genetic change in which the cells divide uncontrollably and spread into surrounding tissues. There are more than 100 types of cancer, including blood cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, etc.

Matinic-400 Tablet contains Imatinib, which is primarily used to treat cancer. It works by inhibiting an enzyme responsible for cancer cell proliferation and induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells are stopped or slowed down.

You are advised to take Matinic-400 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, oedema, fatigue, muscle cramps, musculoskeletal pain, diarrhoea, rash, and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently. 

Do not take Matinic-400 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. While taking Matinic-400 Tablet , you might become more sensitive to sunlight, so it is important to protect your skin with a high sun protection factor (SPF). Regular blood tests are required to monitor liver function and blood cells in the blood while taking Matinic-400 Tablet . Matinic-400 Tablet can cause swelling and water retention, so if you have unexpected rapid weight gain, please consult your doctor. If you ever had a hepatitis B infection, please tell your doctor before starting Matinic-400 Tablet as it can make hepatitis B active again. 

Matinic-400 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as 'anti-cancer medication' containing Imatinib, primarily used to treat various cancer types. It is used to treat cancer of the blood (chronic myeloid leukaemia and acute lymphocytic leukaemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumour. It works by inhibiting an enzyme responsible for cancer cell proliferation and induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells are stopped or slowed down.

Do not take Matinic-400 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Matinic-400 Tablet may cause blurry vision and dizziness, so do not drive or operate any machinery which requires concentration. While taking Matinic-400 Tablet , you might become more sensitive to sunlight, so it is important to protect your skin with a high sun protection factor (SPF) while going out, as it can lead to a skin rash if you are not using a strong SPF. Matinic-400 Tablet can cause leg swelling and water retention (oedema), so if you have unexpected rapid weight gain, please consult your doctor. If you ever had a hepatitis B infection, please tell your doctor before starting Matinic-400 Tablet as it can make hepatitis B active again. Matinic-400 Tablet may make you more susceptible to infections; consult your doctor if you develop any signs of infections, fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding or bruising.

• A regular blood test is required to monitor liver function and blood cells in blood while taking Matinic-400 Tablet .
• Always take it with food and a full glass of water to prevent nausea.
• Matinic-400 Tablet can cause swelling and water retention, so if you have unexpected rapid weight gain, please consult your doctor. 
• While taking Matinic-400 Tablet , you might become more sensitive to sunlight, so it is important to protect your skin with a high sun protection factor (SPF) while going out, as it can lead to a skin rash if you are not using a strong SPF.
• Do not have immunisations with live vaccines (for mumps, rubella, measles and BCG, yellow fever and shingles or pox chicken) while you’re having treatment and for up to 12 months afterwards. 
• Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any infection signs, including a temperature above 37.5 C or below 36 C.