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Lenangio 25mg Capsule

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Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Salt Composition

Lenalidomide (25mg)

Overview Lenangio 25mg Capsule

Immunomodulatory Lenangio 25mg capsules treat multiple myeloma and myelodysplastic syndromes. Consume this medication with or without food, maintaining consistent daily timing for optimal efficacy. Dosage and frequency are determined by your physician based on your condition and may adjust over time; adhere strictly to prescribed instructions. Incorrect usage or overdose can lead to severe adverse effects. Therapeutic benefits might not be apparent immediately; continue treatment as directed, unless otherwise advised. Common side effects include headache, fatigue, nausea, rash, and vertigo. Lenangio can decrease blood cell counts (red and white), raising infection and bleeding risks; avoid activities increasing bleeding risk and contact with ill individuals. Regular blood tests monitor blood cell levels. Inform your healthcare provider of all other medications as interactions are possible. This medicine is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding; reliable contraception is crucial for both partners throughout treatment. Maintain adequate hydration by drinking plenty of fluids.

Uses of Lenangio 25mg Capsule

Managing multiple myeloma and myelodysplastic syndromes

Major Benefits of Lenangio 25mg Capsule:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for Lenangio 25mg Capsules. These capsules can be administered with or without food, although consistent timing is recommended.

Common Side effects of Lenangio 25mg Capsule:

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Breathlessness
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Joint pain
  • Itching
  • Diarrhea
  • Low blood platelets
  • Peripheral edema
  • Cough
  • Back pain
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Decreased appetite
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How to use Lenangio 25mg Capsule:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for Lenangio 25mg Capsules. These capsules can be administered with or without food, although consistent timing is recommended.

How Lenangio 25mg Capsule works:

Lenangio 25mg capsules are an anti-neoplastic agent. Their mechanism of action involves bolstering the immune response to indirectly combat cancerous cells. This is achieved by inhibiting angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation within tumors) and suppressing the synthesis of key growth factors and cytokines that stimulate tumor proliferation. Consequently, cancer cell growth is significantly curtailed.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption with Lenangio 25mg Capsules may pose unknown risks. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyUNSAFE

Using Lenangio 25mg Capsules during pregnancy poses a substantial risk. Pregnant women should consult their physician, as research in both animal and human studies has revealed significant adverse effects on fetal development.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Lenangio 25mg Capsules while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Scant evidence from human studies indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Driving ability may be impaired by Lenangio 25mg Capsules, which can induce drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness, blurred vision, or vertigo.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Lenangio 25mg Capsules cautiously. A modified dosage of Lenangio 25mg Capsules might be necessary. Physician consultation is recommended.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with hepatic impairment should exercise caution when using Lenangio 25mg capsules. Dosage modification may be necessary. Physician consultation is advised.

What if you forget to take Lenangio 25mg Capsule :

Should you forget a Lenangio 25mg Capsule dose, take it immediately. Nevertheless, if your next scheduled dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Lenangio 25mg Capsule

LabelValue
Chemical Type Phthalimide and Piperidinone Derivatives
Developing Habits No.
Type of Therapy Cancer Medications
Actions Thalidomide and its immunomodulatory derivatives

FAQs on Lenangio 25mg Capsule

Take Lenangio 25mg capsules with or without food, as directed by your doctor. Swallow the capsules whole with water; do not crush, cut, or chew them. Maintain a consistent daily schedule for taking your medication.
Dialysis patients receive Lenangio 25mg Capsules post-dialysis; dosage adjustments may be made by the physician as clinically indicated.
Lenangio 25mg Capsules may cause side effects such as diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, appetite loss, weight loss, weakness, dizziness, altered taste, and mouth or throat pain or burning. Other possible side effects include reduced sense of touch, burning or tingling in extremities, sleep disturbances, depression, and musculoskeletal pain. You might also experience sweating, dry skin, abnormal hair growth (women), tremors, changes in libido or sexual function, and urinary frequency, urgency, or pain. Report any persistent or severe symptoms to your doctor.
Patients with multiple myeloma undergoing melphalan chemotherapy and stem cell transplantation, along with Lenangio 25mg Capsule, face an increased risk of secondary cancers, potentially including acute myelogenous leukemia (AML), Hodgkin lymphoma, and other blood cancers. Discuss this risk with your doctor if you are using Lenangio 25mg Capsule.
Before, and weekly for the first eight weeks of, Lenangio 25mg Capsule treatment, your doctor will require blood tests. These may continue monthly thereafter. Regular monitoring is crucial because Lenangio 25mg Capsule can reduce infection-fighting white blood cells and blood-clotting platelets.
Women of childbearing potential must use two reliable contraceptive methods for four weeks before, during, and four weeks after Lenangio 25mg Capsule treatment, including any treatment interruptions. Men taking Lenangio 25mg Capsule must consistently use condoms during sexual contact, regardless of vasectomy status, throughout treatment, any breaks, and for four weeks post-treatment.
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