Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule is used in the treatment of Mantle cell lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, and Waldenstr&#039;s macroglobulinaemia. The detailed uses of Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule are as follows:&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL): Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule is used in adults who have received at least one prior therapy. It helps slow the progression of this aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL): Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule is used for patients with CLL, including those with the 17p deletion, a genetic mutation associated with poor prognosis.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Waldenstrom&rsquo;s macroglobulinemia (WM): Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule is also used to treat this rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that affects B cells and leads to abnormal protein buildup in the blood.&lt;br/&gt;

Medicinal Benefits:

Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called protein kinase inhibitors used to treat the following blood cancers in adults- mantle cell lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, and waldenström's macroglobulinaemia. This medicine may also be used to treat marginal zone lymphoma (cancer that begins in a type of white blood cells that normally fights infection) and chronic graft vs host disease (a complication of hematopoietic stem-cell transplant). Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule contains Ibrutinib, which works by blocking Bruton's tyrosine kinase (a protein in the body that helps cancer cells grow and survive). Thereby, it kills and reduces the number of cancer cells. It also slows down the worsening of cancer.

FAQs

What is the use of Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule?

Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule is used to treat Mantle cell lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, and Waldenstr’s macroglobulinaemia.

How does Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule work?

Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule works by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that helps cancer cells multiply. Thereby, it stops the spread of cancer cells.

Is it safe to take blood thinners during treatment with Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule?

Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule may make you bleed more easily. Therefore, consult the doctor if you are taking blood thinner medicines (heparin, warfarin), NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen), or supplements that may increase the risk of bleeding (flaxseed, vitamin E, fish oil).

Does Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule affect the heart?

Imbruvica 140Mg 120 Capsule may affect the heart, especially if you already have heart diseases like heart failure, heart rhythm problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, or are of advanced age. Consult the doctor instantly if you experience symptoms of heart failure like breathlessness, difficulty breathing when lying down, weakness/tiredness, or swelling of the feet, ankles, or legs.