Lenome 5mg Capsule
strip of 10.0 capsules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Lenalidomide (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Lenome 5mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines that affect how your immune system works. It is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and myelodysplastic syndrome. Lenome 5mg Capsule can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Lenome 5mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It works by enhancing the immune system that indirectly attacks the cancer cells. It prevents the growth of new blood vessels within the tumor. It also restricts the production of chemical messengers (cytokine and growth factor) which are responsible for the growth of cancer cells. This is how it works against cancer.
What is the correct way to take Lenome 5mg Capsule?
Lenome 5mg Capsule can be taken with or without food. It's essential to follow your doctor's instructions and take it exactly as prescribed. To avoid crushing, cutting, or chewing the capsules, swallow them whole with water. Try to take Lenome 5mg Capsule at about the same time on the scheduled days.
Can dialysis patients use Lenome 5mg Capsule?
Yes, Lenome 5mg Capsule can be administered to patients undergoing dialysis. However, your doctor may adjust the dose as needed in these cases.
What are possible side effects of Lenome 5mg Capsule?
Lenome 5mg Capsule may cause various side effects including diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, loss of appetite, weight loss, weakness, dizziness, changes in taste, and mouth or tongue discomfort. You might also experience decreased sensitivity to touch, burning sensations in the hands or feet, difficulty sleeping, depression, joint or muscle pain, sweating, dry skin, abnormal hair growth in women, uncontrollable shaking, or decreased sex drive.
Can Lenome 5mg Capsule increase cancer risk?
People with multiple myeloma who receive melphalan (chemotherapy) and a blood stem cell transplant along with Lenome 5mg Capsule are at higher risk of developing certain cancers, such as acute myelogenous leukemia or AML and Hodgkin lymphoma. Discuss your individual risk with your doctor.
What kind of blood tests will I need while taking Lenome 5mg Capsule?
Your doctor will request a blood test before starting treatment and every week for the first eight weeks. You may also be required to continue blood tests at least once a month after your Lenome 5mg Capsule treatment ends.
Do I need to use birth control while on Lenome 5mg Capsule?
Women who can become pregnant should use two acceptable forms of birth control for four weeks before starting Lenome 5mg Capsule. Continue using contraceptives during your treatment, including any temporary breaks in medication, and for four weeks after your final dose. Men should also use a latex condom every time they have sexual contact to prevent pregnancy.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Lenome 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- You may be at risk of developing acute myelogenous leukemia, fatal liver problems, severe skin reactions, and fatal heart problems during treatment with Lenome 5mg Capsule. You should discuss in advance the benefits and risks of taking this medicine.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lenome 5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Lenome 5mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Lenome 5mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
