Lenalid 25mg Capsule: Effective Treatment for Your Condition

Lenalid 25mg Capsule

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:

• 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.

Precautions:

• Inform your doctor if you have allergic reactions to Lenalid 25mg 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 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:

• Lungs: inform your physician if you have any lung conditions.
• Liver: inform your physician if you have severe liver problems including liver failure.
• Alcohol: it is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Lenalid 25mg 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 25mg Capsule.

FAQs:

• Q1: What class of medication is Lenalid 25mg Capsule? A1: Lenalid 25mg Capsule belongs to the class of medication known as immunomodulatory agents.
• Q2: Is it safe to donate blood while taking Lenalid 25mg Capsule? A2: When taking Lenalid 25mg Capsule, patients are prohibited from donating blood while receiving treatment and for 7 days after the end of treatment.
• Q3: May I take Lenalid 25mg Capsule on an empty stomach? A3: You can take Lenalid 25mg 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 25mg Capsule? A4: Lenalid 25mg 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 25mg Capsule make you tired? A5: Yes, tiredness (fatigue) is a common side effect of Lenalid 25mg 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.

Additional Information:

• Male patients are advised to use effective contraception (condom) during treatment with Lenalid 25mg Capsule and for 7 days at the end of the treatment even though if you have undergone vasectomy. They should not donate sperm because this medication is present in the semen.

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