Lenalidomide 25mg.

Lenalidomide 25mg. — Uses and Benefits

Lenalidomide 25mg is mainly used to treat multiple myeloma and certain other blood cancers, often combined with other medicines.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Multiple myeloma, usually along with other cancer medicines
• Myelodysplastic syndromes with a specific chromosome abnormality
• Certain types of lymphoma (mantle cell lymphoma, follicular lymphoma) as advised by a cancer specialist

HOW IT WORKS

• It modifies the immune system to help fight cancer cells
• It reduces the blood supply that tumours need to grow
• It helps stop abnormal cells from multiplying

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not a treatment for common infections or general weakness
• It is not used for solid tumours like lung, breast, or colon cancer
• It is not a painkiller and does not treat routine anaemia unrelated to blood cancer
• It should not be used without proper cancer specialist supervision

This medicine is given only under the care of a haematologist or oncologist, along with regular blood tests to monitor its effects and adjust the dose safely.

How to Use Lenalidomide 25mg.

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day at the same time
• Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not open, crush or chew it
• Can be taken with or without food, as advised
• Follow the specific treatment cycle (days on and days off) given by your doctor
• Do not touch a broken capsule with bare hands; if contact occurs, wash the area well

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
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one
• Contact your doctor if you miss doses frequently

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
• Keep capsules in their original packaging until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they have a similar condition
• Dispose of unused or expired capsules safely, as advised by your pharmacist

Lenalidomide 25mg. — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Fever
• Loss of appetite
• Swelling in hands or feet
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth or taste changes

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of blood clots: leg swelling, chest pain, sudden breathlessness
• Severe bleeding or unusual bruising
• High fever or signs of serious infection
• Severe allergic reaction: swelling of face/throat, difficulty breathing, severe rash
• Yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine (liver problems)
• Numbness or tingling in hands or feet

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

Lenalidomide 25mg. — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is a prescription-only medicine in India and must be taken only under specialist supervision, usually with a special pharmacy authorisation programme due to its risks.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy, as it can cause severe birth defects
• Are breastfeeding
• Are allergic to lenalidomide or similar medicines
• Are not using effective contraception as advised, if you can become pregnant

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have a history of blood clots
• Have low blood counts or bleeding problems
• Have heart disease
• Are planning surgery soon
• Are taking any other medicines, herbal products, or supplements

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other medicines that affect blood clotting, such as blood thinners
• Medicines that lower blood counts, such as other chemotherapy drugs
• Hormonal contraceptives, which may need adjustment
• Digoxin, as levels may be affected
• Any new medicine or supplement should be discussed with your doctor first

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine without a doctor's prescription?

No, this is a controlled prescription cancer medicine and must only be used under specialist supervision.

Will I need regular blood tests during treatment?

Yes, regular blood tests are essential to monitor blood counts and adjust the dose safely.

Is it safe to become pregnant while taking this medicine?

• No, it can cause severe birth defects, so strict contraception is required for both men and women during and after treatment as advised by the doctor.
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