Veenat 100 mg Capsule

Name: Veenat 100 mg Capsule
Brand: COMMON PRODUCTS
Price: 630.57 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

Product introduction

Veenat 100 mg Capsule is a prescription medicine containing Imatinib mesylate (100mg). It is used for cancer. It belongs to the group of medicines called Prescription-only medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Veenat 100 mg Capsule are nausea, headache, dizziness and stomach upset. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Veenat 100 mg Capsule works.

Uses

Treatment of Cancer

Benefits

In The condition your doctor has prescribed this for: Veenat treats the condition your doctor identified when prescribing it. Take it exactly as advised, and ask your doctor or pharmacist what to expect from it.

Side effects

Most side effects of Veenat are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Stomach upset

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Veenat 100 Capsule should be taken with or after food.

How it works

Veenat 100 Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. A protein enzyme, bcr-abl tyrosine kinase, responsible for the growth of abnormal proliferation of cancer cells. This medicine inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis (planned cell death) in bcr-abl positive cells (cancer cells). This is how it works to stop or slow the spread of cancer.

Safety advice

AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
PregnancyUNSAFE: Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
Breast feedingUNSAFE: Not recommended while breastfeeding.
DrivingUNSAFE: Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
KidneyCAUTION: Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.

Warnings & precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine. Take it exactly as your doctor has directed, for the period directed. Do not share it with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem the same. Tell your doctor about every other medicine, supplement and herbal product you take. Report any unexpected or severe symptom to your doctor rather than stopping on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Veenat 100 Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may be harmful — seek medical advice immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Quick tips

Always take it with food and a full glass of water to prevent nausea.
It may cause dizziness or blurred vision.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Water retention and swelling are very common side effects of Veenat 100 Capsule.
Notify your doctor if you have unexpected rapid weight gain.
Do not change the dose or discontinue use without consulting your doctor.
Notify your doctor about all the medications you are taking, including over the counter medicines and dietary supplements.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and the number of blood cells in your blood.

Fact box

Chemical class: Benzamide derivative
Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action class: Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs)

Interaction with drugs

Give your doctor and pharmacist a full list of everything you take.

Storage

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Same salt & strength options

Imatib A 100mg Capsule, Imanex 100mg Capsule

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Veenat 100 mg Capsule.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: COMMON PRODUCTS

Good to know

Common questions

What is Veenat 100 mg Capsule used for?

Veenat 100 mg Capsule is commonly used for Treatment of Cancer. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Veenat 100 mg Capsule?

The condition your doctor has prescribed this for: Veenat treats the condition your doctor identified when prescribing it. Take it exactly as advised, and ask your doctor or pharmacist what to expect from it.

What is the salt in Veenat 100 mg Capsule?

Veenat 100 mg Capsule contains Imatinib mesylate (100mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Veenat 100 mg Capsule?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Veenat 100 mg Capsule work?

Veenat 100 Capsule is an anti-cancer medication.

Is Veenat 100 mg Capsule a prescription medicine?

Yes. Veenat 100 mg Capsule is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Veenat 100 mg Capsule?

The side effects reported most often with Veenat are Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Stomach upset. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Veenat 100 mg Capsule be taken during pregnancy?

Veenat 100 mg Capsule is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Veenat.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Veenat 100 mg Capsule?

Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Veenat 100 mg Capsule.

What if I miss a dose of Veenat 100 mg Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Veenat 100 Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule.

Is Veenat 100 mg Capsule habit forming?

No. Veenat 100 mg Capsule is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Veenat 100 mg Capsule cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Veenat 100 mg Capsule starts at ₹631 (MRP ₹664) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in capsule 100 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Veenat 100 mg Capsule?

Veenat 100 mg Capsule is manufactured by COMMON PRODUCTS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Veenat 100 mg Capsule delivered?

Veenat 100 mg Capsule is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.