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Gleevec and Hypothyroidism

Result of checking the interaction of drug Gleevec and disease Hypothyroidism for safety when used together.

Check result:

Gleevec <> Hypothyroidism

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Hypothyroidism cases have been reported in thyroidectomy patients undergoing levothyroxine replacement therapy during treatment with imatinib. Caution should be used in these patients and TSH levels should be monitored closely.

Gleevec

Generic Name: imatinib

Brand Name: Gleevec

Synonyms: n.a.

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