Lenalid 15mg Capsule: Effective Treatment for Your Needs

Description:

• Belongs to the group of medicines known as immunomodulatory agents.
• Contains the active ingredient Lenalidomide.

Indications:

• Treatment of adults with multiple myeloma.
• Treatment of adults with mantle cell lymphoma.
• Treatment of adults with myelodysplastic syndrome.
• Treatment of adults with 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 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:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Muscle cramps
• Tiredness
• Fever
• Cough
• Headache
• Back pain
• Breathlessness
• Rashes
• Thyroid and skin problems

Precautions:

• Inform your doctor if you have allergic reactions to Lenalid 15mg Capsule and its ingredients.
• Before taking treatment, let your physician know if you ever had blood clots, heart attack, or if you 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 before and during treatment.
• Not recommended for children below 18 years.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

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

Safety Advice:

• Inform your physician if you have lung conditions.
• Inform your physician if you have severe liver problems including liver failure.
• It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Lenalid 15mg Capsule. Consult your doctor for advice.
• Do not drive or operate machines if you feel dizzy, tired, sleepy, have vertigo or blurred vision after taking Lenalid 15mg Capsule.

Storage:

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

FAQs:

• Q1: What class of medication is Lenalid 15mg Capsule?
  • A1: Lenalid 15mg Capsule belongs to the class of medication known as immunomodulatory agents.
• Q2: Is it safe to donate blood while taking Lenalid 15mg Capsule?
  • A2: When taking Lenalid 15mg Capsule, patients are prohibited from donating blood while receiving treatment and for 7 days after the end of treatment.
• Q3: May I take Lenalid 15mg Capsule on an empty stomach?
  • A3: You can take Lenalid 15mg Capsule with or without food. Take it precisely as your doctor has advised. Do not chew, cut, or crush the capsules.
• Q4: What is the best time to take Lenalid 15mg Capsule?
  • A4: Lenalid 15mg Capsule can be taken at any time of the day but it is best to take it at approximately the same time each day.
• Q5: Does Lenalid 15mg Capsule make you tired?
  • A5: Yes, tiredness (fatigue) is a common side effect of Lenalid 15mg 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
• Indications:
  • Treatment of multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndrome
  • Treatment of mantle cell lymphoma
  • Treatment of follicular lymphoma

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