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Kabilen 5 mg Tablet 30's, Pack of 30 TABLETS
Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma
48 Hrs returnable
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Composition :

LENALIDOMIDE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Fresenius Kabi Oncology Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOMODULATORS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Echelon Institutional Area Plot No-11, Sector - 32 Gurgaon
Other Info - KAB0038

Author Details

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Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Sureshvarma D

Reviewed By

Sureshvarma D

MPharma

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:40 AM IST

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FAQs

Kabilen 5 mg Tablet 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 Kabilen 5 mg Tablet on your own. You are advised to take Kabilen 5 mg Tablet 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 Kabilen 5 mg Tablet .

No, it is not safe to father a child while taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet . Kabilen 5 mg Tablet 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 Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and for at least 4weeks after discontinuing Kabilen 5 mg Tablet , even if you have undergone a successful vasectomy. Male patients taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet must not donate semen whilst taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and for 4weeks after discontinuing Kabilen 5 mg Tablet .

Patients taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet must not donate blood during the treatment with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and for 1month after discontinuation of Kabilen 5 mg Tablet as the donated blood might be given to pregnant women whose foetus should not be exposed to Kabilen 5 mg Tablet since it causes severe birth defects.

People with multiple myeloma taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet may have an increased risk for blood clots in veins, arteries, and lungs. The risk is even higher if you are taking dexamethasone with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet 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.

Kabilen 5 mg Tablet might cause neutropenia (low white blood cells) or thrombocytopenia (low platelets). Blood count should be checked regularly during treatment with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet .

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Alcohol

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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet as it might cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

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Kabilen 5 mg Tablet 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 child-bearing age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

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Avoid breastfeeding while taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet as it is unknown if Kabilen 5 mg Tablet passes into breastmilk.

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Driving

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Kabilen 5 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness, and blurred vision. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

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

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Children

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Kabilen 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.347.pdf
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/021880s034lbl.pdf
  3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/lenalidomide.html
  4. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a608001.html

About Kabilen 5 mg Tablet

Kabilen 5 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS where part of chromosome 5 is missing.
 
Kabilen 5 mg Tablet contains ‘lenalidomide’, which 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. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells.
 
You are advised to take Kabilen 5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as fatigue, constipation, diarrhoea, muscle cramps, nausea, headache, upper respiratory tract infection, dizziness, shortness of breath, and weakness. Talk with your doctor if you experience any of these side effects persistently.
 
Avoid taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Men and women taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet must use effective contraception. Inform your doctor regarding your health condition and medications before taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Kabilen 5 mg Tablet

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

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Medicinal Benefits

Kabilen 5 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet 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. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.

Directions for Use

Swallow Kabilen 5 mg Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Kabilen 5 mg Tablet

  • Weakness
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Heartburn
  • Shortness of breath
  • Headache
  • Muscle/bone/back pain
  • Decrease in red blood cell count
  • Fever and flu-like symptoms
  • Decreased appetite
  • Blurred vision
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Kabilen 5 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have/had blood clots, heart attack, neuropathy, slow heart rate, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, infections/signs of infections, viral infection, HIV, hepatitis B, epilepsy, liver or kidney problems. Do not take Kabilen 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of the unborn baby. Avoid taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding as it is not unknown if it passes into breastmilk. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Kabilen 5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Let your doctor know regarding your health condition and medications you are taking, including over the counter and herbal products.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LenalidomideBCG vaccine
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LenalidomideYellow fever vaccine
Critical

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LenalidomideBCG vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Combining the BCG vaccine with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet increases the risk of vaccine-related infections or a diminished vaccine response.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet with BCG vaccine is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort, or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideYellow fever vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
When combining the Yellow fever vaccine with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet, there's an increased risk of vaccine-related infections or a diminished vaccine response.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet with Yellow fever vaccine is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience any symptoms such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort, or burning during urination. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideAnakinra
Critical
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Taking anakinra with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of negative side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet with Anakinra is not recommended, but it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LenalidomideRotavirus vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Administering the Rotavirus vaccine together with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet with the Rotavirus vaccine is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. It is recommended to take the rotavirus vaccine a few weeks after the treatment with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideAtezolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Using Atezolizumab and Kabilen 5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Atezolizumab and Kabilen 5 mg Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LenalidomideDeferiprone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet with deferiprone together can cause a decrease in white blood cell count.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and deferiprone, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideFluvastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of fluvastatin and Kabilen 5 mg Tablet together may increase the risk of a condition called rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of skeletal muscle).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and fluvastatin, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomidePitavastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and Pitavastatin together can increase the risk of rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and pitavastatin, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideToremifene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Combining Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and toremifene can raise the likelihood of developing harmful blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and Toremifene together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you're having any of these symptoms, like high blood pressure, chest pain, or difficulty breathing, it's important to contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LenalidomideTestosterone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Kabilen 5 mg Tablet with Testosterone can increase levels of testosterone in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Testosterone with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

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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  • WARFARIN
  • ERYTHROPOIETIN

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Special Advise

  • Do not take Kabilen 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant as it might cause severe birth defects or death of the unborn baby.
  • Male patients taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet must not donate semen and should use effective contraception during sexual activity even though they have undergone vasectomy.
  • You must not donate blood while taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet and for 4weeks after discontinuing Kabilen 5 mg Tablet .
  • Kabilen 5 mg Tablet might increase the risk of blood clots. Inform your doctor if you notice any symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling of the arm or leg.
  • Kabilen 5 mg Tablet might cause abnormal/increase in liver test results, inform the person doing the test that you are taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet .
  • Kabilen 5 mg Tablet might increase/decrease your blood sugar levels. Regularly monitor blood glucose levels while taking Kabilen 5 mg Tablet . Consult your doctor if you are diabetic.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any kidney dysfunction as Kabilen 5 mg Tablet might cause kidney problems.
  • Regular blood tests are advised before and during treatment with Kabilen 5 mg Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Include food rich in iron, such as lean red meat, raisins, bell peppers, Brussel sprouts, and broccoli.
  • To prevent constipation, consume fibre-rich foods such as whole grains, broccoli, dried fruits, nuts, beans, apples, oranges, and pears. 

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