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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Pomalid 4mg Capsule is used to treat a type of blood cancer called multiple myeloma in adults 18 years or older. It contains Pomalidomide. Pomalidomide is both a targeted therapy drug and an immunotherapy drug, which works in several different ways. It can help the immune system attack and destroy cancer cells (immune system modulator); it kills or stops cancer cells' growth (cancer growth inhibitor). On the other side, it can block the development of new blood vessels, which cancer cells need to grow and spread (angiogenesis inhibitor).

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Composition :

POMALIDOMIDE-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Natco Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Pomalid 4mg Capsule

Pomalid 4mg Capsule belongs to the group of immunomodulatory drugs used to treat a type of blood cancer called multiple myeloma in adults 18 years or older. Multiple myeloma, also known as myeloma, is a type of bone marrow cancer that affects several areas of the body, such as the spine, skull, pelvis, and ribs.

Pomalid 4mg Capsule contains Pomalidomide. Pomalidomide is both a targeted therapy drug and an immunotherapy drug. It works in several different ways. It can help the immune system attack and destroy cancer cells (immune system modulator); it kills or stops cancer cells' growth (cancer growth inhibitor). On the other side, it can block the development of new blood vessels, which cancer cells need to grow and spread (angiogenesis inhibitor).

Pomalid 4mg Capsule is a prescription-only medicine. Take Pomalid 4mg Capsule as prescribed. Pomalid 4mg Capsule may be taken with or without food. In some cases, Pomalid 4mg Capsule may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, rash or allergic reactions, breathing problems, infection, low blood counts, bruising, chest pain, constipation, confusion, dizziness, diarrhoea, fever, faintness, and headaches. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Before taking the Pomalid 4mg Capsule , inform your doctor about all your allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to medicines or food. Pomalid 4mg Capsule can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. It is critical not to become pregnant or get pregnant while undergoing therapy and for several months afterwards. Before beginning treatment, discuss effective contraception with your healthcare professional. Inform them immediately if you or your partner becomes pregnant while undergoing therapy. Breastfeeding is usually not advised during this treatment since it is unknown whether this medication passes into breast milk.

Uses of Pomalid 4mg Capsule

Pomalid 4mg Capsule is used in the treatment of Multiple myeloma. The detailed uses of Pomalid 4mg Capsule are as follows:<br/>• Relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma: Pomalid 4mg Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma in patients who have received at least two prior therapies, including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor, and whose disease has progressed during or shortly after the last treatment.<br/>• Kaposi’s sarcoma: Pomalid 4mg Capsule is used to treat AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma in patients who have not responded to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), as well as in HIV-negative adults with Kaposi’s sarcoma.<br/>• Immunomodulatory therapy: Pomalid 4mg Capsule is used as an immunomodulatory agent that helps the bone marrow produce healthy blood cells while targeting and destroying abnormal cells in the bone marrow.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Pomalid 4mg Capsule can be taken with or without food.• Pomalid 4mg Capsule is usually taken once a day; however, follow your doctor's advice regarding the dosage and duration.• Swallow Pomalid 4mg Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not break, chew or crush Pomalid 4mg Capsule .

Medicinal Benefits

Pomalid 4mg Capsule contains Pomalidomide. It is both a targeted therapy drug and an immunotherapy drug. It works in several different ways. It can assist the immune system in attacking and destroying cancer cells (immune system modulator) and kill or stop cancer cell growth (cancer growth inhibitor). On the other hand, it can prevent the formation of new blood vessels, which cancer cells require in order to grow and spread (angiogenesis inhibitor).

How Pomalid 4mg Capsule Works

Pomalid 4mg Capsule contains Pomalidomide. Pomalidomide is both a targeted therapy drug and an immunotherapy drug. It works in several different ways. It can help the immune system attack and destroy cancer cells (immune system modulator); it kills or stops cancer cells' growth (cancer growth inhibitor). On the other side, it can block the development of new blood vessels, which cancer cells need to grow and spread (angiogenesis inhibitor).

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Pomalid 4mg Capsule out of reach and sight of children.• Cold chain - To be stored in cold places at 2ºC to 8ºC.
Side effects of Pomalid 4mg Capsule
  • Talk to your doctor about medicines to manage neutropenia based on the underlying cause.
  • Avoid contact with people who are sick.
  • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water.
  • Avoid unpasteurized dairy products.
  • Include iron-rich foods like dark leafy vegetables, lean red meat, legumes and fish in your diet.
  • Consume vitamin C-rich foods as they aid iron absorption.
  • Limit tea, cocoa, and coffee as these can slow iron absorption.
  • Exercise regularly; however, do not overdo it.
  • Managing a low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) caused by medication usage requires a multi-step approach. Here are some steps to help manage the condition:
  • Inform your doctor about your low platelet count and medication usage. They will assess the situation and guide the best course of action.
  • Your doctor may recommend adjusting or stopping the medication that is causing a low platelet count. This could involve switching to alternative medication or reducing the dosage.
  • Monitor your platelet count regularly through blood tests to track any changes. This will help the doctor determine the effectiveness of the treatment plan.
  • If an underlying condition, such as infection or inflammation, contributes to the low platelet count, your doctor will treat it.
  • In some cases, alternative treatments like platelet transfusions or medications that stimulate platelet production may be necessary.
  • Avoid risky activities and certain medications; eat a balanced diet with plenty of water to reduce bleeding risk and boost overall health.
  • If you experience severe bleeding or bruising, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
  • Boost your immunity by including immune rich foods in your diet and always remember to stay hydrated.
  • Get sufficient sleep and manage stress which helps in improving white blood cell count.
  • Consult your doctor for an effective treatment to improve the blood cell count and get regular body check up to monitor changes in the count.
  • Try to prevent the factors that cause a decrease in the white blood cells that may lead to impaired immunity.
  • Nourish your body with a balanced diet with protein-rich foods like fish, eggs, and beans. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts provide essential vitamins and minerals. If necessary, consider vitamin B12 and folate supplements.
  • Practice good hygiene to protect yourself from infections. Wash your hands often, stay up-to-date on vaccinations, avoid crowded areas, and take care when handling food, pets, and diapers.
  • Aim for a good night's sleep, targeting 8 hours of sleep. Find calm through stress-reducing practices like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing. Regular physical activity can also help.
  • Stay healthy by drinking plenty of water, eating probiotic-rich foods like yoghurt, and limiting processed foods and sugars. Consult your doctor, if you are having difficulties or concerns.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.

What if I have taken an overdose of Pomalid 4mg Capsule

As Pomalid 4mg Capsule is a parenteral formulation administered by experienced medical staff, the chance of overdose may be less. However, if you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away.

Drug Warnings

Before taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule , inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are currently taking to rule out any potential negative effects. Avoid taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or allergic to any component present in Pomalid 4mg Capsule . Both women and men using this Pomalid 4mg Capsule should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you have a history of infections; your doctor will closely monitor and manage it. Pomalidomide can lower the number of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. Anaemia and weariness can result from a low red blood cell count. A blood transfusion may be required if you are anaemic. A low white blood cell count increases the risk of infection, necessitating additional precautions such as rigorous hand washing and avoiding infected people. A fever or temperature of 37°C or above indicates infection. If a patient's temperature is 380 C or higher, medical attention should be sought right away.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PomalidomideBCG vaccine
Critical
PomalidomideBaricitinib
Severe

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PomalidomideBCG vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
Taking the BCG vaccine with Pomalid 4mg Capsule can increase the risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule with BCG vaccine is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideBaricitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Baricitinib and Pomalid 4mg Capsule can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, baricitinib can be taken with Pomalid 4mg Capsule if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideDurvalumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
Taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule with Durvalumab can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Pomalid 4mg Capsule with Durvalumab can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
When Pomalid 4mg Capsule is taken with Adalimumab, it can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Pomalid 4mg Capsule and Adalimumab, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideRaloxifene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
When Pomalid 4mg Capsule is taken with Raloxifene together, can increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule with Raloxifene together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience chest pain, difficulty breathing, blood in the cough, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, as well as numbness or weakness on one side of the body, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideEltrombopag
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
Co-administration of Eltrombopag with Pomalid 4mg Capsule can increase the risk or severity of developing blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Eltrombopag with Pomalid 4mg Capsule together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms of chest pain, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideErythropoietin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
Pomalid 4mg Capsule can cause serious blood clots and taking it alongside Erythropoietin may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Erythropoietin with Pomalid 4mg Capsule can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience chest pain, breathing difficulty, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideDrospirenone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
When Pomalid 4mg Capsule is taken with Drospirenone, it can increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule and Drospirenone together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience chest pain, difficulty breathing, blood in the cough, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, as well as numbness or weakness on one side of the body, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
PomalidomideCladribine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
Taking Cladribine with Pomalid 4mg Capsule can increase the risk of infections

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cladribine and Pomalid 4mg Capsule together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, If you experience a fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PomalidomideCertolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pomalid 4mg Capsule:
When Pomalid 4mg Capsule is taken with Certolizumab, it can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule with Certolizumab together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

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No

Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOMODULATORS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Pomalid 4mg Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Pomalid 4mg Capsule should not be taken during pregnancy as it might cause fetal harm. Inform your doctor immediately if you are conceiving while on therapy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

You should not breastfeed when taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule as it is unknown if the Pomalidomide can pass to your baby in the milk.

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Driving

Caution

This treatment will make you feel very tired. If you feel tired or sleepy, do not drive or use machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Treatment with Pomalid 4mg Capsule may affect how your liver works. Please inform your doctor before prescribing Pomalid 4mg Capsule if you have liver impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Pomalid 4mg Capsule .

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Kidney

Caution

Treatment with Pomalid 4mg Capsule may affect how your kidneys work. Please inform your doctor before prescribing Pomalid 4mg Capsule if you have kidney impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Pomalid 4mg Capsule .

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Children

Consult your doctor

It is not known if Pomalid 4mg Capsule is safe and effective in children.

Have a query?

FAQs

Pomalid 4mg Capsule is used to treat Multiple myeloma.

Pomalid 4mg Capsule contains Pomalidomide. Pomalidomide is both a targeted therapy drug and an immunotherapy drug. It works in several different ways. It can help the immune system to attack and destroy cancer cells (immune system modulator); it kills or stops the growth of cancer cells (cancer growth inhibitor). On the other side, it can block the development of new blood vessels, which cancer cells need to grow and spread (angiogenesis inhibitor).

No, it is unsafe to father a child while taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule . It is recommended for sexually active men to use condoms while on treatment and for at least six months after their last dose of Pomalid 4mg Capsule .

Pomalid 4mg Capsule can affect the results of this blood test. Tell the person doing the test that you are using Pomalid 4mg Capsule .

Based on the medical condition, Pomalid 4mg Capsule may be given alone or with other medicines used to treat multiple myeloma.

Pomalid 4mg Capsule can cause a significant decrease in the number of blood cells and platelets. Your doctor may suggest laboratory tests before and during the treatment. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop a fever or have signs of bruising or bleeding.

It is recommended that you complete the course of Pomalid 4mg Capsule even if you feel better. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Pomalid 4mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

If you miss the dose of Pomalid 4mg Capsule , take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take double the dose to compensate for the forgotten dose.

No, Pomalid 4mg Capsule is not a steroid. It is a third-generation immunomodulatory drug.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Natco House, Road No.2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad-500 034, India
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M Pharmacy

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Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 7:05 AM IST

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  3. https://chemocare.com/druginfo/pomalidomide
  4. https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/treatments-and-drugs/pomalidomide
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