Pomalid 4mg capsule

The human body sometimes shows some undesired symptoms after taking the Pomalid 4mg capsule. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.

Some of the common side effects of the Pomalid capsule are mentioned below:

• ​Nausea
  
• Vomiting
  
• Diarrhea
  
• Constipation
  
• Rash
  
• Headache
  
• Weakness / Fatigue
  
• Fever
  
• Anemia (low red blood cells)
  
• Neutropenia (low white blood cells)
  
• Difficulty breathing / Breathing problems
  
• Allergic reactions
  
• Mouth sores
  
• Bone pain
  
• Muscle cramps
  
• Cough
  
• Decreased appetite

• Pomalid 4mg capsule is a prescription-based anticancer medicine that should be administered orally.
• It is advised to take this capsule after consulting your healthcare expert.
• It can be taken before and after your meal.

Pomalid contains pomalidomide, which helps your body fight cancer in a number of ways.

It activates the immune system to kill cancer cells, kills the cancer cells, and prevents the formation of new blood vessels that the tumours need to grow.

It also helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells. All of this helps slow the growth of the tumor and prevents the cancer from spreading.

• It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with the Pomalid 4mg capsule.
• A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Pomalid capsule. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
• Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Pomalid. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
• Swelling of hands and lips and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Pomalid 4mg capsule. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
• It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Pomalid capsule, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
• Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Pomalid 4mg capsule. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
• Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, kidney & liver function (KFT & LFT), heart function, cholesterol level, and bone mineral density (BMD) at proper intervals after taking Pomalid 4mg capsule.
• In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Pomalid 4mg capsule, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
• If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Pomalid, 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.​
  

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