Lenalid 5mg Capsule

Lenalid 5mg Capsule comes under the category of medicines termed as Immunomodulatory agents. The active ingredient of this anticancer drug is Lenalidomide. Healthcare experts prescribe this medicine to people diagnosed with multiple myeloma, mantle cell lymphoma, myelodysplastic syndrome, and follicular lymphoma. In Multiple myeloma, cancer cells grow in plasma found in the bone marrow. These cells come together in the bone marrow and multiply uncontrollably. It is tough to cure this cancer but the symptoms of this disease can be reduced using treatment to a certain extent. Myelodysplastic Syndrome is a combination of blood and bone marrow diseases, where the blood cells start growing abnormally and do not function properly. Mantle cell lymphoma is a type of cancer that is less common among people. This disease affects the lymph nodes. Additionally, Follicular lymphoma is a slow-growing cancer that affects the B cells.

Some severe side effects need to be treated on time after taking Lenalid 5mg Capsule. Whereas some side effects do not need any medical assistance and the body adjusts to the medicine over time. It is advised to consult your healthcare experts if you observe any severe symptoms:

Serious side effects:

Severe allergic reactions
High risk of secondary cancer
Liver toxicity
Blurred vision
Difficulty speaking
Faster heartbeat
Chest pain or leg pain
Swelling in the ankles
Dizziness
Unusual bleeding or bruising
Blood clot formation

Commonly observed side effects:

Tiredness
Constipation
Anaemia
Fever
Back pain
Nausea
Breathlessness
Tremor
Rash
Cough
Headache
Dehydration
Skin problems

Lenalid 5mg Capsule is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this capsule/tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.

Lenalid 5mg Capsule strengthens the immune system to attack cancer cells. This medicine stops the formation of new blood vessels from growing in cancer cells. Lenalid Capsule also reduces the production of chemical messengers that help cancer cells multiply uncontrollably and kill the abnormal cancer cells in the bone marrow. Lenalid 5mg Capsule also helps in the production of normal blood cells.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Lenalid 5mg Capsule. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.

Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

It is advised to go for regular blood tests before and during the treatment as Lenalid 5mg Capsule may lead to a reduction in WBC (white blood cells) and platelets. These components are required to fight infections in the body.

Avoid physical work that may result in bruising or injury. Stay away from people having colds or infections.

Lenalid 5mg Capsule makes your skin sensitive to sunlight as one of the side effects. Always apply sunscreen when going out.

Dehydration is a symptom observed after taking Lenalid 5mg Capsule. Drink enough water to maintain the hydration level while taking medication.

Inform your dentist before receiving any dental care that you're undergoing treatment with Lenalid 5mg Capsule.