Lenvakast 10mg Capsule

Lenvakast 10mg capsule is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of certain types of thyroid cancer that has spread to different parts of the body and cannot be treated with other chemotherapy treatments. The active ingredient of Lenvakast is Lenvatinib, which belongs to the drug class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors. It is taken orally with or without food as per the doctor's advice. Lenvakast capsule works by killing the cancer cells, thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and the body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this Lenvakast capsule until your doctor says to do so.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Lenvakast 10mg capsule. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Lenvakast capsule are mentioned below:
Nausea
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Headache
Weight loss
Loss of appetite
Changes in taste
Joint pain or muscle pain
Stomach pain or discomfort
Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Serious side effects:
Blood clotting
Kidney failure
Heart problems
Hypothyroidism
Poor wound healing
Liver toxicity or failure
Hemorrhage (bleeding)
Skin reactions (rash or blisters)

Lenvakast 10mg capsule is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this capsule after consulting your healthcare expert.

Lenvakast 10mg capsule works by blocking the action of the enzyme Receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs). This enzyme helps develop new blood vessels that nourish cancer cells and help them multiply. Lenvakast blocks the function of receptors that aid the growth of blood vessels in cancer cells. This helps slow the expansion of the disease to different parts of the body and eventually reduces the size of the tumor.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Lenvakast 10mg 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.

​Go for a healthy and balanced diet while taking this medicine to support overall health and well-being.

It is advised to avoid heavy-duty activities or exercise till the time you get an idea of how Lenvakast is affecting you.

Avoid eating grapefruits or any products which has grapefruit as it affects the absorption rate of Lenvakast 10mg capsule.

It is advised to use effective birth control methods and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with this capsule.

Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Lenvakast.

Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Lenvakast 10mg capsule. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.

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If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Lenvakast capsules, like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to inform your doctor as soon as possible.