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Lenangio 5 Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

LENALIDOMIDE-5MG

Uses:

<p>Lenangio 5 Capsule is used in the treatment of certain types of blood cancers and related disorders. The detailed uses of Lenangio 5 Capsule include:</p><ul><li><strong>Treatment of multiple myeloma:</strong> Lenangio 5 Capsule is used in combination with other medicines to treat patients with multiple myeloma, a cancer of plasma cells.</li><li><strong>Management of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS):</strong> Lenangio 5 Capsule is effective in treating certain types of MDS, a group of disorders caused by poorly formed or dysfunctional blood cells.</li><li><strong>Treatment of mantle cell lymphoma:</strong> Lenangio 5 Capsule is used to manage mantle cell lymphoma, a rare and aggressive type of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.</li><li><strong>Treatment of follicular lymphoma:</strong> Lenangio 5 Capsule may be used in adults with follicular lymphoma, a slow-growing type of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, especially after prior treatment failure.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Lenangio 5 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma.
  • Lenangio 5 Capsule works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. 
  • This medicine stops the development of cancer cells, prevents the growth of blood vessels in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system that attacks cancer cells.
  • Lenangio 5 Capsule kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells.
  • Lenangio 5 Capsule is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.

FAQs

Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.

Lenangio 5 Capsule works by helping the body 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule on your own. You are advised to take Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule .

No, it is not safe to father a child while taking Lenangio 5 Capsule . Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule and for at least 4weeks after discontinuing Lenangio 5 Capsule , even if you have undergone a successful vasectomy. Male patients taking Lenangio 5 Capsule must not donate semen whilst taking Lenangio 5 Capsule and for 4weeks after discontinuing Lenangio 5 Capsule .

Patients taking Lenangio 5 Capsule must not donate blood during the treatment with Lenangio 5 Capsule and for 1month after discontinuation of Lenangio 5 Capsule as the donated blood might be given to pregnant women whose foetus should not be exposed to Lenangio 5 Capsule since it causes severe birth defects.

People with multiple myeloma taking Lenangio 5 Capsule may have an increased risk for blood clots in veins, arteries, and lungs. The risk is even higher if you are taking dexamethasone with Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.

Lenangio 5 Capsule might cause neutropenia (low white blood cells) or thrombocytopenia (low platelets). Blood count should be checked regularly during treatment with Lenangio 5 Capsule .

You should take Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule may rarely get other cancers. Consult your doctor for more details.

Yes, you will need to get regular blood tests while taking Lenangio 5 Capsule . 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule .

Lenangio 5 Capsule contains Lenalidomide as an active ingredient.

Common side effects of Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.

Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule as it is unknown if Lenangio 5 Capsule passes into breastmilk.

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