NEUROLOGY
SURGERY
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Take the medication with a source of vitamin C to enhance absorption.
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Take antacids if needed for gastrointestinal (GI) upset 2 hours after taking the medication.
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Take the medication with food to enhance absorption.
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Take the medication with acetaminophen to prevent decreased absorption and GI upset.
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Detailed explanation-1: -PHYSICAL THERAPY IMPLICATIONS Be alert for signs of hepatotoxicity, including anorexia, abdominal pain, severe nausea and vomiting, yellow skin or eyes, fever, sore throat, malaise, weakness, facial edema, lethargy, and unusual bleeding or bruising. Report these signs to the physician or nursing staff immediately.
Detailed explanation-2: -The prescribed dose should be administered orally, with a meal and a large glass of water. Doses of 400 mg or 600 mg should be administered once daily, whereas a dose of 800 mg should be administered as 400 mg twice a day.
Detailed explanation-3: -Storage and Handling Store your medication in the original, labeled container at room temperature and in a dry location (unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider or pharmacist). This medication should not be stored in a pillbox. Keep containers out of reach of children and pets.
Detailed explanation-4: -imatinib food Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of certain medications such as imatinib. You should avoid consumption of grapefruit and grapefruit juice during treatment with imatinib.