Lenangio 5mg Capsule
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Lenalidomide (5mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Phthalimide and Piperidone Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
Action Class | Thalidomide & its Immunomodulatory derivatives (IMiDs) |
User Rating | 5.0 |
User Reviews | 449 |
FAQ
Lenangio 5mg Capsule Reviews
Lenangio 5mg 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.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, weakness, nausea, rash, and dizziness amongst others. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections or bleeding. Hence, take caution while performing the activity that might increase your chances of bleeding or avoid contact with people suffering from an infection such as a cold. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells while on treatment.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. You are advised to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated while taking this medicine.
How Lenangio 5mg Capsule Works
How to Use Lenangio 5mg Capsule
Benefits of Lenangio 5mg Capsule
- In Treatment of Multiple myeloma: If you have multiple myeloma, your body is destroying bone faster than it is being replaced. This makes bones weak and painful and more likely to break. Lenangio 5mg may be prescribed along with other cancer treatments such as chemotherapy. It is an important part of your treatment and increases the survival rate of people with multiple myeloma. This medicine will kill the cancerous cells and prevent their further growth as well as spread to other parts of the body. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective and may be prescribed if you do not have high blood calcium levels.
- In Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome: Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) are a group of rare blood disorders characterized by abnormal development of blood cells in the bone marrow. In MDS, the bone marrow fails to produce enough healthy and fully matured blood cells, leading to low blood cell counts, which can result in anemia, infections, and bleeding problems.Lenangio 5mg is used to treat certain types of MDS, specifically those associated with a specific part of the chromosomes in the blood cells. It works by helping the immune system make more healthy blood cells in the bone marrow. Lenangio 5mg helps improve the production of red blood cells, reducing the need for frequent blood transfusions and making them feel better. It is important to check-up and monitor regularly to make sure it is safe and effective.
Uses of Lenangio 5mg Capsule
- Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome
- Treatment of Multiple myeloma
Lenangio 5mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- It makes your skin sensitive towards sunlight. Apply sunscreen or wear protective while going out.
- You may be at risk of developing acute myelogenous leukemia, fatal liver problems, severe skin reactions, and fatal heart problems during treatment with Lenangio 5mg. You should discuss in advance the benefits and risks of taking this medicine.
- You may be monitored with regular blood tests before and during the treatment as lenalidomide may cause a fall in the white blood cells and platelets, required to fight infection, Hemoglobin and blood clotting.
- It may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated while taking medication.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- You should use proper contraceptive methods at least 4 weeks before, during and until 4 weeks after stopping treatment.
- You should inform your doctor or dentist that you are taking Lenangio 5mg before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Woman of childbearing potential will be required to undergo pregnancy tests before and after the treatment.
- It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years.
- Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury and avoid contact with people who have colds or infections.
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