Lenalid 25 Mg Capsules

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3239

USA Brand Name

Revlimid

Strength

25mg

Generic Name

Lenalidomide

Manufacturer

Natco Pharma Ltd.

## Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide)

## What Is The Generic Name For Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule:

Lenalidomide is the generic version for Lenalid 25 mg Capsule

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

Revlimid

## About Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide)

Lenalid 25 mg Capsule contains an active ingredient, Lenalidomide, which is used in the treatment ofmultiple myelomaand lepra reaction. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores & must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Natco Pharma Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Lenalid 25 mg Capsule.

## Strength :

Lenalid 25 mg Capsule contains an active ingredient, Lenalidomide, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

Lenalid 25 mg Capsule is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Multiple Myeloma

Myelodysplastic syndrome

## How Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide) Works:

Lenalid 25 mg Capsule has an active ingredient; Lenalidomide which modulates the activity of body’s immune system & helps indirectly attacking the cancer cells. This medicine also stops the growth of blood vessels in cancer.

## Before You Use Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Lenalidomide

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

You should not take Lenalid 25 mg Capsule if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Have Thyroid Disorders

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Capsule

Have liver disease

Have pancreatitis

Have surgical removal of your stomach (total gastrectomy)

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have kidney disease

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage :

Lenalid 25 mg Capsule contains an active ingredient, Lenalidomide, which is used in the treatment ofmultiple myelomaand lepra reaction. It is available in various strengths and substitutes & must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Lenalid 25 mg Capsule at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly by time for better results.

## How Much Of The Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide) to Be Used:

As Lenalid 25 mg Capsule is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Lenalid 25 mg Capsule. Do not take the Capsule on your own and for longer time than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

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

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

You are always advised to take Lenalid 25 mg Capsule as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Capsule in smaller or larger amount or for longer than prescribed by your doctor.

## Overdose :

You must seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Symptoms like dizziness, confusion, tremor & sweating after taking the dose should be reported immediately. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the physician if you are suspecting overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken by you as soon as possible. It is suitable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. You must not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Lenalid 25 Mg Capsule (Lenalidomide):

Headache

Headache

Weakness

Nausea

Rash

Breathlessness

Dizziness

Sleepiness

Edema (swelling)

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

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Lenalid 25 mg Capsule. This can produce some unwanted effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are taking other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Leflunomide

Simvastatin

Clozapine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Atorvastatin

Mumps virus Vaccine

## It can also interact with following disease condition:

Hypersensitivity

Liver/kidney impairment

Thromboembolism

Anemia

## Warning And Precaution:

Lenalid 25 mg Capsule can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Liver/kidney disease

You must always consult your doctor immediately to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

It is not recommended for use in children, adolescents

You must regularly monitor blood tests before and during the treatment as Lenalidomide may cause a fall in the white blood cells & platelets, required to fight infection and blood clotting

You must use proper contraceptive methods at least 4 weeks before, during & until 4 weeks after stopping treatment

You must not drive or operate machines while taking Lenalidomide

You must always read the information accurately written on the leaflet of medicine

You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Lenalid 25 mg Capsule should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer period than prescribed by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Lenalid 25 mg Capsule at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Capsule should be intact and not damaged while storing.