Which of the following statements is Not correct about Gleevec (Imatinib; STI- 571)?
A. Gleevec inhibits Bcr-Abl kinase.
B. Gleevec is most effective in causing remission in the chronic phase of CML
C. Gleevec side effects includes GI distress, fluid retention and myelosuppression.
D. Gleevec targets Bcr-Abl and resistance can occur by mutations in the Bcr-Abl gene.
E. All statements about gleevec are correct.
Ans: E. All statements about gleevec are correct.
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