Lenalid 10mg Capsule: Effective Treatment for Your Health Needs

Lenalid 10mg Capsule

Description

• Class: Immunomodulatory agents.
• Active ingredient: Lenalidomide.

Indications

• Treatment of multiple myeloma.
• Treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome.
• Treatment of mantle cell lymphoma.
• Treatment of follicular lymphoma.

Mechanism of action

• Activates T cells and natural killer cells of the immune system.
• Facilitates the attack on cancer cells.
• Antagonizes the growth of blood vessels in the cancer cells.
• Delays the development of cancer cells.
• Inhibits growth and multiplication of tumor cells.

Dosage and administration

• Swallow the capsule whole with water.
• Can be taken with or without food.
• Avoid crushing, chewing or breaking the capsules.

Side effects

• Common: nausea, diarrhea, constipation, muscle cramps, tiredness, fever, cough, headache, back pain, breathlessness, rashes, thyroid and skin problems.
• 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.

Warnings and precautions

• Not recommended for children below 18 years.
• Inform your doctor if you have allergic reactions to Lenalid 10mg Capsule and its ingredients.
• Before taking treatment, let your physician know if you ever had blood clots, heart attack, smoke, or have high blood pressure and cholesterol level.
• Inform your physician if you have viral infections like hepatitis B infection, varicella zoster, HIV.
• Regular blood tests are required during treatment.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

• Unsafe to use during pregnancy.
• Probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding.

Alcohol

• It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Lenalid 10mg 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 Lenalid 10mg Capsule.

Safety advice

• Lungs: inform your physician before taking Lenalid 10mg Capsule if you have any lung conditions.
• Liver: inform your physician before starting treatment if you have severe liver problems including liver failure.
• Male patients: use effective contraception during treatment and for 7 days at the end of the treatment. Do not donate sperm.
• Blood donation: do not donate blood during therapy and for at least 7 days after treatment.

FAQ

• Q 1. What class of medication is Lenalid 10mg Capsule? Lenalid 10mg Capsule belongs to the class of medication known as immunomodulatory agents.
• Q 2. Is it safe to donate blood while taking Lenalid 10mg Capsule? When taking Lenalid 10mg Capsule, patients are prohibited from donating blood while receiving treatment and for 7 days after the end of treatment.
• Q 3. May I take Lenalid 10mg Capsule on an empty stomach? You can take Lenalid 10mg Capsule with or without food. Take it precisely as your doctor has advised. Do not chew, cut, or crush the capsules.
• Q 4. What is the best time to take Lenalid 10mg Capsule? Lenalid 10mg Capsule can be taken at any time of the day but it is best to take it at approximately the same time each day.
• Q 5. Does Lenalid 10mg Capsule make you tired? Yes, tiredness (fatigue) is a common side effect of Lenalid 10mg Capsule. Consult with your doctor if any of the side effects disturbs you.

Storage

• Store between 15°C to 30°C.
• Keep the capsules away from the sight and reach of children.

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