Laviat 5mg Capsule
Uses:
- Treatment of multiple myeloma;
- Treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome;
- Treatment of mantle cell lymphoma;
- Treatment of follicular lymphoma.
Active ingredient: Lenalidomide.
Therapeutic effects:
- Activates T cells and natural killer cells of the immune system;
- Facilitates the attack on cancer cells;
- Antagonizes the growth of blood vessels in cancer cells;
- Delays the development of cancer cells;
- Inhibits growth and multiplication of tumor cells.
Interaction with other drugs:
- Inform your doctor about any prescribed medicines, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, or herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment.
Safety advice:
- Pregnancy: unsafe to use during pregnancy as it might be harmful to an unborn child.
- Breastfeeding: probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding as it is not known if this medication passes into breast milk and harms your baby.
- Lungs: inform your physician before taking Laviat 5mg Capsule if you have any lung conditions.
- Liver: inform your physician before starting treatment with Laviat 5mg Capsule if you have severe liver problems including liver failure.
- Alcohol: it is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Laviat 5mg Capsule. Consult your doctor for advice.
- Driving: do not drive or operate machines if you feel dizzy, tired, sleepy, have vertigo or blurred vision after taking Laviat 5mg Capsule.
Side effects:
- Serious: severe allergic reactions, high risk of secondary cancer, liver toxicity, blurred vision, difficulty speaking, faster heartbeat, chest pain or leg pain, swelling in the ankles, dizziness, unusual bleeding or bruising, blood clot formation.
- Common: tiredness, neutropenia, constipation, diarrhea, muscle cramps, anemia, fever, back pain, nausea, upper respiratory tract infection, breathlessness, tremor, rash, cough, headache, thyroid problems, dehydration, skin problems.
How to consume:
- Swallow the capsule whole with water;
- Consume with or without food;
- Avoid crushing, chewing or breaking them.
Storage:
- Store between 15°C to 30°C;
- Keep the capsules away from the sight and reach of children.
FAQ:
What class of medication is Laviat 5mg Capsule? Laviat 5mg Capsule belongs to the class of medication known as immunomodulatory agents.
Is it safe to donate blood while taking Laviat 5mg Capsule? When taking Laviat 5mg Capsule, patients are prohibited from donating blood while receiving treatment and for 7 days after the end of treatment.
May I take Laviat 5mg Capsule on an empty stomach? You can take Laviat 5mg Capsule with or without food. Take it precisely as your doctor has advised. Do not chew, cut, or crush the capsules.
What is the best time to take Laviat 5mg Capsule? Laviat 5mg Capsule can be taken at any time of the day but it is best to take it at approximately the same time each day.
Does Laviat 5mg Capsule make you tired? Yes, tiredness (fatigue) is the common side effect of Laviat 5mg Capsule. Consult with your doctor if any of the side effects disturbs you.
Fact box:
- Molecule name: Lenalidomide;
- Therapeutic class: Immunomodulatory agents;
- Pharmacological class: Antineoplastics.