[CML] side effects of Gleevec

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Side Effects of This MedicineReturn to top Side Effects of This Medicine Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: More common Black, tarry stools;  bleeding problems ;  bloating or swelling of face, hands, lower legs, and/or feet;  chest pain;  chills;  cough;  decreased urination;  fever;  painful or difficult urination;  pale skin;  rapid weight gain;  shortness of breath;  sore throat;  sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth;  swollen glands;  trouble breathing, exertional;  unusual bleeding or bruising;  unusual tiredness or weakness   Less common Body aches or pain;  convulsions (seizures) ;  dry mouth;  ear congestion ;  general feeling of discomfort or illness;  headache sudden and severe;  increased thirst;  irregular heartbeat;  loss of appetite;  loss of voice;  mood changes;  muscle pain or cramps;  nausea and vomiting;  numbness or tingling in hands, feet, or lips;  runny nose;  shivering;  small red or purple spots on skin;  sneezing;  stuffy nose;  sweating;  tightness in chest;  wheezing  Rare Bloody stools;  blurred vision;  inability to speak;  slurred speech;  temporary blindness;  vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds;  weakness in arm and/or leg on one side of the body, sudden and severe  Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome. More common Bone pain;  increased bowel movements ;  joint pain;  loose stools ;  skin rash;  stomach pain   Less common Acid indigestion;  back pain;  bad unusual or unpleasant (after)taste;  bloated full feeling;  bloody nose;  change in taste;  difficulty having a bowel movement (stool);  dizziness;  excess air or gas in stomach or intestines;  headache;  itching skin;  lack or loss of strength ;  large, flat, blue or purplish patches in the skin ;  loss of appetite;  night sweats;  passing gas;  sleeplessness ;  trouble sleeping;  unable to sleep;  upset stomach;  watering of eyes;  weight loss  Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor. Brand NamesReturn to top In the U.S.— Gleevec New! Sign up for local CML support group meetings in your local community at http://cml.meetup.com Apply for Commercial Real Estate loans online and submit your deal to dozens of hungry lenders in just minutes. Loan programs for all types of business and commercial real estate. Apply anytime at http://realestatezoo.com CML (Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Support List) --------------------------------- Part Of CMLHope.Com An International Community Of CML Patients For more information: http://cmlhope.com Post Message: cml@yahoogroups.com Subscribe:  [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe:  [EMAIL PROTECTED] Change To No Mail/Web: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Change To Digest: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Change To Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] List Help: [EMAIL PROTECTED]  CML Group Web Site http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CML SPONSORED LINKS Chronic myelogenous leukemia Leukemia treatment Cml YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS  Visit your group "CML" on the web.    To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:  [EMAIL PROTECTED]    Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.