Lenalid 25mg Capsules

What is Lenalid 25 mg Capsules?

Lenalid 25mg ( Genric Revlimid )  Lenalidomide affects the immune system. It helps promote immune responses to prevent inflammation in the body.

Lenalid 25mg treats anemia (a lack of red blood cells in the body) and multiple myeloma (cancer resulting from a progressive blood disease). It is used in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome caused by an abnormal chromosome.

This disorder is also called deletion 5q MDS, because part of chromosome 5 is missing. In people with this disorder, the bone marrow does not produce enough healthy blood cells.

Lenalid 25 mg Capsules Uses?

Lenalid is usually taken in a 28 day cycle and should be taken once daily unless otherwise directed a doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be taken with a full glass of water.

Contact a physician for the correct dosage and time frame of treatment as it will depend on the condition being treated and the patient’s response to the medication. The capsules should always be swallowed whole and not chewed, crushed, broken or opened.

How does Lenalid 25 mg Capsules work?

Lenalid 25mg Capsule 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.

How to take Lenalid 25 mg Capsules?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lenalid 25mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Lenalid 25 mg Capsules Dosage:

Lenangio (Lenalidomide) is taken as capsules by mouth. Swallow whole with water. Do not break, chew, or open capsules.

If you miss a dose of Lenangio (Lenalidomide), take it as soon as you remember that day. If you miss taking your dose for the entire day, go back to taking your regular dose the next day. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

What are the Side effects of Lenalid 25 mg Capsules?

In addition to its intended effect, Lenalid Mf 25Mg Capsule may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

• Headache
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Rash
• Breathlessness
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Edema
• Loss of appetite
• Decreased white blood cell count
• Decreased calcium level in blood
• Weight gain
• Muscle weakness
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Anxiety
• Blood clots
• Dry skin
• Weight loss
• Confusion
• Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
• Neuropathy
• Constipation
• Tremor

Lenalid 25 mg Capsules Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to Lenalid Capsule is a contraindication. In addition, Lenalid Capsule should not be used if you have the following conditions:

• Allergic reactions
• Breastfeeding
• Chronic lymphocytic leukemia
• Pregnant

Lenalid 25 mg Capsules Dosage:

Lenangio (Lenalidomide) is taken as capsules by mouth. Swallow whole with water. Do not break, chew, or open capsules.

If you miss a dose of Lenangio (Lenalidomide), take it as soon as you remember that day. If you miss taking your dose for the entire day, go back to taking your regular dose the next day. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

What are the Side effects of Lenalid 25 mg Capsules?

In addition to its intended effect, Lenalid Mf 25Mg Capsule may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

• Headache
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Rash
• Breathlessness
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Edema
• Loss of appetite
• Decreased white blood cell count
• Decreased calcium level in blood
• Weight gain
• Muscle weakness
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Anxiety
• Blood clots
• Dry skin
• Weight loss
• Confusion
• Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
• Neuropathy
• Constipation
• Tremor

Lenalid 25 mg Capsules Warnings?

Lenalidomide capsules are not suitable for all patients. If you see symptoms of any of the side effects as listed in the ‘side effects’ section, immediately contact your doctor or specialist. Do not buy Lenalid 25mg capsules (Lenalidomide) online, without consulting a physician. The prescription and correct dosage of the drug may vary, depending on the condition of the patient.

References:

[Internet]. 2017 [cited 14 September 2017]. Available from: https://www.pharma.us.novartis.com/sites/www.pharma.us.novartis.com/files/gleevec_tabs.pdf

Imatinib Mesylate [Internet]. National Cancer Institute. 2017 [cited 13 September 2017]. Available from: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/drugs/imatinibmesylate

FAQ:

1. What is Lenalid/ What is Lenalid used for / is Lenalid a chemotherapy drug/ a cytotoxic?

Lenalid an immunomodulatory and an antiangiogenic agent andis used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes and mantle cell lymphoma in certain patients. It is a chemotherapy-like drug and has the same cytotoxic effects as chemotherapy drugs as in to kill myeloma cells but the mechanism of action is different

2. How is Lenalid administered?

Lenalid is administered orally as a capsule

3. How does Lenalid work?

Lenalid works by affecting the body’s immune system and directly attacking the cancer cells

4. Does Lenalid cause hair loss?

Hair loss could be a side effect of using Lenalid. Always consult your doctor before its use.