Pomalid 2 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of Multiple myeloma. The detailed uses of Pomalid 2 mg Capsule are as follows:&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma: Pomalid 2 mg Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma in patients who have received at least two prior therapies, including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor, and whose disease has progressed during or shortly after the last treatment.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Kaposi&rsquo;s sarcoma: Pomalid 2 mg Capsule is used to treat AIDS-related Kaposi&rsquo;s sarcoma in patients who have not responded to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), as well as in HIV-negative adults with Kaposi&rsquo;s sarcoma.&lt;br/&gt;&bull; Immunomodulatory therapy: Pomalid 2 mg Capsule is used as an immunomodulatory agent that helps the bone marrow produce healthy blood cells while targeting and destroying abnormal cells in the bone marrow.&lt;br/&gt;

Medicinal Benefits:

Pomalid 2 mg Capsule contains Pomalidomide. It is both a targeted therapy drug and an immunotherapy drug. It works in several different ways. It can assist the immune system in attacking and destroying cancer cells (immune system modulator) and kill or stop cancer cell growth (cancer growth inhibitor). On the other hand, it can prevent the formation of new blood vessels, which cancer cells require in order to grow and spread (angiogenesis inhibitor).

FAQs

What is the use of Pomalid 2 mg Capsule ?

Pomalid 2 mg Capsule is used to treat Multiple myeloma.

How does Pomalid 2 mg Capsule work?

Pomalid 2 mg Capsule contains Pomalidomide. Pomalidomide is both a targeted therapy drug and an immunotherapy drug. It works in several different ways. It can help the immune system to attack and destroy cancer cells (immune system modulator); it kills or stops the growth of cancer cells (cancer growth inhibitor). On the other side, it can block the development of new blood vessels, which cancer cells need to grow and spread (angiogenesis inhibitor).

Is it safe to father a child while taking Pomalid 2 mg Capsule ?

No, it is unsafe to father a child while taking Pomalid 2 mg Capsule . It is recommended for sexually active men to use condoms while on treatment and for at least six months after their last dose of Pomalid 2 mg Capsule .

Does Pomalid 2 mg Capsule can affect the results of this blood test?

Pomalid 2 mg Capsule can affect the results of this blood test. Tell the person doing the test that you are using Pomalid 2 mg Capsule .

Is Pomalid 2 mg Capsule combined with other medications to treat multiple myeloma?

Based on the medical condition, Pomalid 2 mg Capsule may be given alone or with other medicines used to treat multiple myeloma.

Pomalid 2 mg Capsule causes a drop in blood cell count?

Pomalid 2 mg Capsule can cause a significant decrease in the number of blood cells and platelets. Your doctor may suggest laboratory tests before and during the treatment. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop a fever or have signs of bruising or bleeding.

Can I stop taking Pomalid 2 mg Capsule when I feel better?

It is recommended that you complete the course of Pomalid 2 mg Capsule even if you feel better. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Pomalid 2 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

What if I miss my dose?

If you miss the dose of Pomalid 2 mg Capsule , take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double the dose to compensate for the forgotten dose.

Is Pomalid 2 mg Capsule a steroid?

No, Pomalid 2 mg Capsule is not a steroid. It is a third-generation immunomodulatory drug.