Lenalid 5mg Capsule: Effective Treatment for Your Health

Lenalid 5mg Capsule

Description

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

Uses

• 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 cancer cells.
• Delays the development of cancer cells.
• Inhibits growth and multiplication of tumor cells.

Side effects

Common side effects:

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

Serious side effects:

• 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

• Inform your doctor if you have allergic reactions to Lenalid 5mg 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: Lenalid 5mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Inform your physician if you have lung or liver conditions.
• It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Lenalid 5mg 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 5mg Capsule.

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

1. What class of medication is Lenalid 5mg Capsule?

   • Lenalid 5mg Capsule belongs to the class of medication known as immunomodulatory agents.

2. Is it safe to donate blood while taking Lenalid 5mg Capsule?

   • When taking Lenalid 5mg Capsule, patients are prohibited from donating blood while receiving treatment and for 7 days after the end of treatment.

3. May I take Lenalid 5mg Capsule on an empty stomach?

   • You can take Lenalid 5mg Capsule with or without food. Take it precisely as your doctor has advised. Do not chew, cut, or crush the capsules.

4. What is the best time to take Lenalid 5mg Capsule?

   • Lenalid 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.

5. Does Lenalid 5mg Capsule make you tired?

   • Yes, tiredness (fatigue) is a common side effect of Lenalid 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.
• Indications:
  • Treatment of multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndrome.
  • Treatment of mantle cell lymphoma.
  • Treatment of follicular lymphoma.

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