858 reports of this reaction
1.8% of all IMATINIB MESYLATE reports
#10 most reported adverse reaction
MUSCLE SPASMS is the #10 most commonly reported adverse reaction for IMATINIB MESYLATE, manufactured by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. There are 858 FDA adverse event reports linking IMATINIB MESYLATE to MUSCLE SPASMS. This represents approximately 1.8% of all 47,520 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking IMATINIB MESYLATE who experience muscle spasms should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
MUSCLE SPASMS is a less commonly reported adverse event for IMATINIB MESYLATE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to muscle spasms, the following adverse reactions have been reported for IMATINIB MESYLATE:
The following drugs have also been linked to muscle spasms in FDA adverse event reports:
MUSCLE SPASMS has been reported as an adverse event in 858 FDA reports for IMATINIB MESYLATE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
MUSCLE SPASMS accounts for approximately 1.8% of all adverse event reports for IMATINIB MESYLATE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience muscle spasms while taking IMATINIB MESYLATE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.