Lenmid 5mg Capsule (10'S)

Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd

Salt Composition : Lenalidomide(5mg)


Lenmid is used to treat white blood cell cancer and in patients with transfusion dependent aneamia. It contains Lenalidomide as active ingredient. This medicine modulates and strengthens the immune system. It kills and inhibits the growth of cancer cells thereby prevents the spread of cancer. Take Lenmid as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Lenmid Capsule should be avoided if you are pregnany or planning pregnancy.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Linalidomide acts by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of cancer cells and stops cancer cells from making their own blood vessels. Thus, kills the cancer cells.

It works by killing the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps to produce healthy normal blood cells.

Pharmacokinets

Approximately 82 % of an oral dose is excreted as lenalidomide in urine within 24 h. Lenalidomide has a short half-life (3–4 h) and does not accumulate in plasma upon repeated dosing. Its pharmacokinetics are consistent across patient populations, regardless of the type of hematologic malignancy.

Side Effects

Fatigue

Constipation

Muscle cramps

Anaemia

Decreased blood count

Dizziness

Difficulty in breathing

Nausea

Tremor

Rash

Contra Indications

If you are allergic to lenalidomide or any other ingredient of Lenmid Capsule.

If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or of a child bearing age.

Pregnancy Related Information

Lenmid Capsule should not be used during pregnancy as it may cause serious harm to the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are planning pregnancy while on this medicine.

Product And Alcohol Interaction

No, you should not consume alcohol while on Lenmid as it may worsen the side effect. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Breast Feeding Related Information

It is not known if the component of Lenmid passes into the breastmilk. It is advised to avoid breastfeeding while on this medicine.

Indications

Lenalidomide is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with multiple myeloma (MM) in combination with dexamethasone. It is also indicated as maintenance therapy in multiple myeloma following autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (auto-HSCT).

Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: LENALIDOMIDE may interact with digitalis glycosides (digoxin), blood thinner (warfarin), and hormone (erythropoietin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have anaemia, blood clots, infections, heart, kidney, or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

DIGOXIN

WARFARIN

ERYTHROPOIETIN

Typical Dosage

Take the medicine at a fixed time every day for optimal results.


Storage Requirements

Store Lenmid Capsule at room temperature in a cool and dry place away from heat and moisture.

Keep it away from children and pets.

Effects Of Missed Dosage

Missing a dose of Lenmid Capsule may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Effects Of Overdose

Overdose of Lenmid may cause drowsiness, irritability, sickness, headache. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.


Expert Advice

You are above 50 years of age, menopausal or of a non-child bearing age.

You are using any knid of contraceptive method.

You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

You have heart disease or conditions, blood clot in the body.

You have thyroid, blood disorder.

You have viral reactivation or visual disturbance such as cataract.

You have kidney or liver damage.

You experience any allergic reaction after taking Lenmid.

You have or experience tingling sensation or numbness of the extremities.

You have or had any kind of cancer or cancer lysis.

You have any active infection.

You feel sleepy or dizzy.

How To Use

Lenmid Capsule is to be taken as advised by the doctor.

Take the medicine with a glass of water.

Take the medicine at a fixed time every day for optimal results.

FAQs

Q: Can I stop taking Lenmid Capsule if I feel better?

A: Do not stop taking Lenmid Capsule until and unless your doctor advises you. If you stop taking this medicine, it can lead to an incomplete killing of cancer cells and thus increase the risk of reoccurrence of cancer. The doctor will gradually decrease the dose as per the need.

Q: My husband is on Lenmid, can we plan pregnancy after completing the course of this medicine?

A: No, you should not plan pregnancy after the completion of the last dose with Lenmid Capsule. Always consult your doctor before planning a pregnancy and use an effective contraceptive method.