Hi Everybody,
I have a question about generic imatinib 400mg.
i was diagnosed with CML in early 2009, Immediatley put onto Hydroxycarbramide for 6 weeks then put on to Imatinib (Novartis) 400mg since May 4th 2009.
I have had a good response to the drug and had the usual side effects Fatigue, cramps, etc ......In 2014 entered onto the destiny trial and all went well 3 months after stopping the imatinib my PCR elevated, i was then put back on to the imatinib 400mg and within 3 months my PCR levels returned to less than 0.01 and stable. In Feb this year i was informed that i was to be moved onto generic imatinib. 400mg
However after taking the new medication for 15 days i am now experiencing excrutiating joint pain and discomfort, whilst i have severe rheumatoid arthritis which is under control with low arthritic activity at my last blood test.
My question is has anybody else who has swapped onto the generic imatinib experienced any noticable side effects with the new medication?
I have contacted my team who has suggested that i have a two week break from the medication to see if the sideeffects subside. i a now 4 days into the two weeks with symptoms subsiding slowly.
hope to hear from you soon..
Stuart