Imatinib Mesylate at Medical Drugs Glossary

What is Imatinib Mesylate? A drug that is being studied for its ability to inhibit the growth of certain cancers. It interferes with a portion of the protein produced by the bcr/abl oncogene. Also called Gleevec and STI571.

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