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Gleevec

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Gleevec
Imatinib mesylate Oncology An anticancer monoclonal antibody that blocks signaling of defective proteins, which may be effective against CML, brain tumors, GI and lung CAs


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A research team led by Thomas Force of Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia evaluated 10 patients who suffered moderate-to-severe heart failure while taking imatinib, which is marketed as Gleevec by the drug company Novartis.
So Cory, because of his adultlike size, was allowed to use Gleevec as part of a best-available-care program at the UCLA center.
Health Canada assigned a Priority Evaluation Status to the dossier for Gleevec and has approved the product under a Notice of Compliance with Conditions (NOC-C).
 
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