Pomalong 4mg capsule
Prescription Required
Manufactured By
cipla
Pack of
21 capsule
Salt Composition
Pomalidomide
Storage
Keep in cold place

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Overview
Pomalong 4mg capsule belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with multiple myeloma, Kaposi sarcoma. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Pomalong capsule is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Indication
Lung Cancer
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Description
Pomalong 4mg capsule is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of multiple myeloma, Kaposi sarcoma. The active ingredient of the Pomalong capsule is Pomalidomide which belongs to the drug class of immunomodulatory. This drug is given alone or with the combination of other drugs to increase its effectiveness. It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Pomalong 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 is 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 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 capsule until your doctor says to do so.
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Pomalong 4mg 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 Pomalong 4mg capsule are mentioned below:
Rash
Fever
Fatigue
Anemia
Nausea
Diarrhea
Body pain
Headache
Confusion
Chest Pain
Constipation
Body Swelling
Body Infection
Breathlessness
Low Blood Counts
Bleeding & Bruising
Weakness & Dizziness
Numbness of feet and hand
How To Use
Pomalong 4mg capsule is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this capsule after consulting your healthcare expert.
How It Works
Pomalong 4mg capsule is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of immunomodulatory agents. This capsule damages quickly dividing cancer cells in the bone marrow and supports the production of healthy blood cells. Additionally, it prevents the development of the blood vessels that cancer uses to spread throughout the blood. In this way, Pomalong stops cancer cells from growing and spreading.
Safety Advice

Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Pomalong 4mg capsule. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.

Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Pomalong 4mg capsule may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.

Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Pomalong 4mg capsule is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.

Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Pomalong 4mg capsule.

Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Pomalong 4mg capsule.

Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Pomalong 4mg capsule if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
Missed Doses
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Pomalong 4mg 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.
Quick Tips
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Pomalong 4mg capsule.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Pomalong 4mg capsule. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Pomalong 4mg capsule.
Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Pomalong 4mg capsule. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Pomalong 4mg capsule. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Pomalong 4mg 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 Pomalong 4mg capsule. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Pomalong 4mg capsule, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Pomalong 4mg capsule 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.
FAQs
It is considered harmful to donate blood while taking Pomalong 4mg capsule. Because donated blood can be given to pregnant women that can harm the fetus.
No, it is advised not to give Pomalong 4mg capsule to others even if they have similar symptoms. It may result in secondary cancer and birth defects.
No, It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Pomalong 4mg capsule. In case you miss a dose, take it if not more than 12 hours. Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one after 12 hours.
Pomalong 4mg capsule is given alone or in combination with other anticancer drugs to treat blood cancer such as multiple myeloma and Kaposi sarcoma.
Pomalong 4mg capsule is not for the patients who have had a heart attack, high blood pressure, hepatitis infection, and any respiratory disorder.
Taking Pomalong 4mg capsule while infected with the hepatitis virus can reactivate the virus that leads to an outbreak of the virus in the body.