LENZEST 10MG CAPSULE

Uses and Benefits of LENZEST 10MG CAPSULE (LENALIDOMIDE 10MG)

Lenalidomide 10mg is used to treat certain cancers of the blood and bone marrow.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Multiple myeloma, usually combined with other medicines like dexamethasone
• Certain types of myelodysplastic syndromes
• Certain types of mantle cell lymphoma and follicular lymphoma
• Maintenance therapy after a stem cell transplant, if advised by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• It helps the immune system attack cancer cells
• It reduces the blood supply that helps tumours grow
• It affects the way certain cancer cells survive and multiply

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not used for common infections or general blood disorders
• It is not a painkiller and does not treat pain directly
• It is not used for solid tumours like lung, breast, or colon cancer
• It should not be used without a proper cancer diagnosis and doctor's supervision

This medicine is taken as part of a carefully planned treatment schedule decided by a cancer specialist, and regular blood tests are needed to monitor its effect on your body.

Side Effects of LENZEST 10MG CAPSULE (LENALIDOMIDE 10MG)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Tiredness or weakness
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Nausea
• Muscle cramps
• Low blood counts (anaemia, low platelets, low white cells)

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Skin rash or itching
• Fever
• Swelling of hands, feet, or legs
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness or headache

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of serious infection like high fever or chills
• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or blood in urine or stool
• Sudden chest pain, breathlessness, or leg swelling (may indicate blood clot)
• Severe skin reaction like blistering, peeling skin, or mouth sores
• Signs of liver problems like yellowing of eyes/skin, dark urine
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, or throat, or difficulty breathing

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use LENZEST 10MG CAPSULE (LENALIDOMIDE 10MG)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not open, crush, or chew it
• Can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time each day
• Follow the specific cycle (days on treatment, days off treatment) given by your doctor
• Do not stop or change the dose on your own

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• If it has been less than 12 hours since your usual time, take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If more than 12 hours have passed, skip the missed dose and continue your normal schedule the next day
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one
• Contact your doctor if you are unsure what to do

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
• Keep in the original blister pack until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Handle capsules carefully; caregivers should avoid direct contact with broken or opened capsules, and pregnant women should not handle this medicine at all

Safety Information and Precautions for LENZEST 10MG CAPSULE (LENALIDOMIDE 10MG)

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and must be taken only under close supervision of a cancer specialist, with regular blood tests and monitoring.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it can cause severe birth defects
• Are breastfeeding
• Are allergic to lenalidomide or similar medicines
• Are not using reliable contraception, if you are a woman of childbearing potential

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have a history of blood clots (in legs or lungs)
• Have low blood counts already
• Have heart disease or high blood pressure
• Are planning surgery soon
• Are a man planning to father a child, as precautions may be needed

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other medicines that affect blood clotting, like aspirin or blood thinners
• Medicines that suppress bone marrow or immune function
• Certain hormonal medicines like erythropoietin-stimulating agents
• Any other cancer medicines being taken together, unless prescribed as combination therapy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it may increase side effects like dizziness and liver strain; check with your doctor.

Will I need blood tests during treatment?

Yes, regular blood tests are required to monitor blood counts and organ function while you are on this medicine.

Is this medicine safe during pregnancy?

• No, it can cause serious birth defects and must never be used during pregnancy; strict contraception measures are required for both men and women.
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