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Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's Substitute

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Composition:

LENALIDOMIDE-10MG

Uses:

Treatment of Multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma.

Medicinal Benefits:

Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents. Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells. Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells. Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.

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Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. It is also used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.

Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells.

Do not stop taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's on your own. You are advised to take Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's.

No, it is not safe to father a child while taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's. Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's can pass into human semen. During sexual activity with females of reproductive potential, always use effective contraception such as latex or synthetic condom while taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's and for at least 4weeks after discontinuing Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's, even if you have undergone a successful vasectomy. Male patients taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's must not donate semen whilst taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's and for 4weeks after discontinuing Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's.

Patients taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's must not donate blood during the treatment with Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's and for 1month after discontinuation of Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's as the donated blood might be given to pregnant women whose foetus should not be exposed to Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's since it causes severe birth defects.

People with multiple myeloma taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's may have an increased risk for blood clots in veins, arteries, and lungs. The risk is even higher if you are taking dexamethasone with Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's for treating multiple myeloma. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and swelling in the legs or arm.

Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's might cause neutropenia (low white blood cells) or thrombocytopenia (low platelets). Blood count should be checked regularly during treatment with Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's.

You should take Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's at the same time every day. You can take the capsules with or without food.

Dose adjustment may be necessary. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

Some people treated with Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's may rarely get other cancers. Consult your doctor for more details.

Yes, you will need to get regular blood tests while taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's. Your doctor may suggest taking tests before and during treatment.

Yes, even women with fertility difficulties must take birth control while taking this medication. You must also take a negative pregnancy test 10 to 14 days before treatment and again 24 hours before. You will be tested for pregnancy every 2 to 4 weeks while on Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's.

Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's contains Lenalidomide as an active ingredient.

Common side effects of Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's may include fatigue, constipation, diarrhoea, muscle cramps, nausea, headache, upper respiratory tract infection, dizziness, shortness of breath, and weakness. Talk with your doctor if you persistently experience any of these side effects.

Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's should not be taken during pregnancy as it causes severe birth defects or death to an unborn baby. Use highly effective contraception if you are a woman of childbearing age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's as it is unknown if Lenakast-10 Capsule 30's passes into breastmilk.