LENMID 5MG CAP

Overview

LENMID 5MG CAP is a Schedule H drug.

LENMID 5MG CAP is composed of: LENALIDOMIDE (5.0 MG)

Lenalidomide affects the immune system. It promotes immune responses to help slow tumor growth.Lenalidomide is used to treat multiple myeloma (bone marrow cancer), either in combination with another medicine or after stem cell transplant It works by helping the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells and by killing abnormal cells in the bone marrow.Lenalidomide modulates the activity of body’s immune system and helps indirectly attacking the cancer cells. It also stops the growth of blood vessels in cancer.

Usage

LENALIDOMIDE is generally used to treat: Multiple Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, Mantle Cell Lymphoma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for LENMID 5MG CAP and its Constituents


  • Never use this medicine if you are pregnant.
  • You should not use lenalidomide if you are allergic to it.Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Never share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same disorder you have.
  • Take the medicine at the same time each day, with or without food.
  • Take each dose with a full glass of water. Swallow the capsule whole, without breaking it open.
  • The medicine from an open capsule can be dangerous if it gets on your skin. If this occurs, wash your skin with soap and water.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • You must not donate blood or sperm while you are using lenalidomide, and for at least 4 weeks after your last dose.
  • Avoid exposing another person to your blood or semen through casual or sexual contact.
  • This medicine can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit). Caregivers should wear rubber gloves while cleaning up a patient’s body fluids, handling contaminated trash or laundry or changing diapers.
  • Wash hands before and after removing gloves. Wash soiled clothing and linens separately from other laundry.Do not drive or operate machines while taking lenalidomide as it may make you feel dizzy, tired, sleepy or have blurred vision.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor.
  • Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines

Common Side-Effects

LENALIDOMIDE : Edema, Breathlessness, Hypocalcemia, Anxiety, Neuropathy, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Fever, Cough, Nausea, Fatigue (tiredness), Chills, Dry Mouth, Pale Skin, Mouth Soreness, Throat Soreness, Vomit, Confusion, Difficulty Talking, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Head Headache, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Back Pain, Slurred Speech, Weight Gain, Body Excessive Sweating, Face Swelling, Fingers Swelling, Feet Swelling, Restless Or Irritability, Body Pain, Drowsiness, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Loose Motion

Serious Side-Effects

LENALIDOMIDE : Heart Failure, Depression, Swollen Lymph Nodes, Muscle Cramp, Seizure, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chest Pain, Decreased Urination, Labored Breathing, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Irregular Heartbeat, Loss Of Appetite, Mood Swings, Hands Numbness, Feet Numbness, Pain With Urination, Eyes Blurred Vision, Body Loss Of Movement, Night Sweats, Pounding Heart (pulse), Eyes Pain, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands, Difficulty Concentrating, Difficulty Swallowing, Upper Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Voice, Arms Weakness, Legs Weakness, Shortness Of Breath

Rare Side-Effects

LENALIDOMIDE : Acute Liver Failure, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Abdomen Pain

Disease Interactions

LENALIDOMIDE can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Pulmonary Embolism, Thromboembolism, Anemia, Neutropenia, Thrombocytopenia

Technical Classification

LENALIDOMIDE is categorized as:
  • MISCELLANEOUS ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS
  • OTHER IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS / IMMUNOSUPPRESSIVE AGENTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for LENMID 5MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

LENALID 5MG CAPINR 4386 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5.0 MG
LENID 5MG CAPINR 1500 for 1 CAPSULELENALIDOMIDE 5.0 MG
LENMID 5MG CAPINR 818.75 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5.0 MG
LENOME 5MG CAPINR 1500 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5 MG
LENOME 5MG CAPULEINR 1500 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5.0 MG
LENOMUST 5 MG CAPINR 4800 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5 MG
LENOMUST 5MG CAPINR 4615.37 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5.0 MG
LENZEST 5MG CAPINR 1399.27 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5 MG
LENZEST 5MG CAPULEINR 1399.27 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

LENALID 10MG CAPINR 8976 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10 MG
LENALID 10MG CAPULEINR 8976 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10.0 MG
LENALID MF 25MG CAPINR 18501.2 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 25.0 MG
LENALIDOMIDELENALIDOMIDE
LENANGIO 10MG CAPINR 2801.1 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10 MG
LENANGIO 10MG CAPULEINR 2821 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10.0 MG
LENANGIO 25MG CAPINR 7400 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 25 MG
LENANGIO 25MG CAPULEINR 7047.62 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 25.0 MG
LENID 10MG CAPINR 2900 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10.0 MG
LENMID 10MG CAPINR 2000 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10.0 MG
LENMID 25MG TABINR 4095.23 for 10 TABLETSLENALIDOMIDE 25.0 MG
LENOME 25MG CAPINR 17142.9 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 25.0 MG
LENOME CAPINR 3403 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10.0 MG
LENOMUST 10MG CAPINR 8750 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10.0 MG
LENOMUST 25MG CAPINR 17307.7 for 30 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 25.0 MG
LENZEST 10MG CAPINR 2888.2 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 10.0 MG
LENZEST 25MG CAPINR 5868.05 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE 25.0 MG
MYELOSAFE CAPINR 85 for 10 CAPSULESLENALIDOMIDE
MYELOSAFE PG TABINR 105.34 for 10 TABLETSLENALIDOMIDE