Were you looking for information on Gleevec? Gleevic is a common misspelling of Gleevec.
People with certain types of cancer, namely leukemia, dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans, and a certain kind of gastrointestinal tumor known as GIST, are often prescribed Gleevec® (imatinib mesylate). This drug blocks the release of an enzyme that cancer cells need to multiply and grow. Gleevec comes in tablet form, and is taken once or twice a day with food and water. Like most chemotherapy drugs, nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue are commonly reported reactions.
(Click Gleevec to learn more about this medicine, including dosing guidelines, what to do in cases of overdose, and generic availability. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
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