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Lenasted 25 Capsule Substitute

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Composition:

LENALIDOMIDE-25MG

Uses:

Treatment of Multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma.

Medicinal Benefits:

Lenasted 25 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents. Lenasted 25 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Lenasted 25 Capsule works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells. Lenasted 25 Capsule kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells. Lenasted 25 Capsule is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.

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Lenasted 25 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. It is also used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.

Lenasted 25 Capsule works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells.

Do not stop taking Lenasted 25 Capsule on your own. You are advised to take Lenasted 25 Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Lenasted 25 Capsule .

No, it is not safe to father a child while taking Lenasted 25 Capsule . Lenasted 25 Capsule can pass into human semen. During sexual activity with females of reproductive potential, always use effective contraception such as latex or synthetic condom while taking Lenasted 25 Capsule and for at least 4weeks after discontinuing Lenasted 25 Capsule , even if you have undergone a successful vasectomy. Male patients taking Lenasted 25 Capsule must not donate semen whilst taking Lenasted 25 Capsule and for 4weeks after discontinuing Lenasted 25 Capsule .

Patients taking Lenasted 25 Capsule must not donate blood during the treatment with Lenasted 25 Capsule and for 1month after discontinuation of Lenasted 25 Capsule as the donated blood might be given to pregnant women whose foetus should not be exposed to Lenasted 25 Capsule since it causes severe birth defects.

People with multiple myeloma taking Lenasted 25 Capsule may have an increased risk for blood clots in veins, arteries, and lungs. The risk is even higher if you are taking dexamethasone with Lenasted 25 Capsule for treating multiple myeloma. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and swelling in the legs or arm.

Lenasted 25 Capsule might cause neutropenia (low white blood cells) or thrombocytopenia (low platelets). Blood count should be checked regularly during treatment with Lenasted 25 Capsule .

You should take Lenasted 25 Capsule at the same time every day. You can take the capsules with or without food.

Dose adjustment may be necessary. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

Some people treated with Lenasted 25 Capsule may rarely get other cancers. Consult your doctor for more details.

Yes, you will need to get regular blood tests while taking Lenasted 25 Capsule . Your doctor may suggest taking tests before and during treatment.

Yes, even women with fertility difficulties must take birth control while taking this medication. You must also take a negative pregnancy test 10 to 14 days before treatment and again 24 hours before. You will be tested for pregnancy every 2 to 4 weeks while on Lenasted 25 Capsule .

Lenasted 25 Capsule contains Lenalidomide as an active ingredient.

Common side effects of Lenasted 25 Capsule may include fatigue, constipation, diarrhoea, muscle cramps, nausea, headache, upper respiratory tract infection, dizziness, shortness of breath, and weakness. Talk with your doctor if you persistently experience any of these side effects.

Lenasted 25 Capsule should not be taken during pregnancy as it causes severe birth defects or death to an unborn baby. Use highly effective contraception if you are a woman of childbearing age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Lenasted 25 Capsule as it is unknown if Lenasted 25 Capsule passes into breastmilk.

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