Answer
Yes. Mild swelling is common, but rapid weight gain, breathlessness or extensive swelling needs prompt assessment for serious fluid retention.
Sources for this answer
- Imatinib 100 mg film-coated tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- Imatinib 400mg capsules, hard — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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