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Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma
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Composition :

LENALIDOMIDE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
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FAQs

Lenangio 5 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule on your own. You are advised to take Lenangio 5 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule .

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

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

People with multiple myeloma taking Lenangio 5 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 Lenangio 5 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.

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

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Alcohol

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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Lenangio 5 Capsule as it might cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

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Lenangio 5 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 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule as it is unknown if Lenangio 5 Capsule passes into breastmilk.

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Driving

Unsafe

Lenangio 5 Capsule 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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Lenangio 5 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

About Lenangio 5 Capsule

Lenangio 5 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Lenangio 5 Capsule is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS where part of chromosome 5 is missing.
 
Lenangio 5 Capsule 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. Lenangio 5 Capsule kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells.
 
You are advised to take Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lenangio 5 Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Lenangio 5 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Men and women taking Lenangio 5 Capsule must use effective contraception. Inform your doctor regarding your health condition and medications before taking Lenangio 5 Capsule to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Lenangio 5 Capsule

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

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Medicinal Benefits

Lenangio 5 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents. Lenangio 5 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Lenangio 5 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. Lenangio 5 Capsule kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells. Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Lenangio 5 Capsule

  • 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule if you are pregnant, as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of the unborn baby. Avoid taking Lenangio 5 Capsule if you are breastfeeding as it is not unknown if it passes into breastmilk. Lenangio 5 Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Lenangio 5 Capsule is not recommended for use in children. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Lenangio 5 Capsule 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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LenalidomideAnakinra
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LenalidomideBCG vaccine
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LenalidomideAnakinra
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Taking anakinra with Lenangio 5 Capsule can increase the risk of negative side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.
LenalidomideBCG vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Combining the BCG vaccine with Lenangio 5 Capsule increases the risk of vaccine-related infections or a diminished vaccine response.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.
LenalidomideRotavirus vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Administering the Rotavirus vaccine together with Lenangio 5 Capsule may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideYellow fever vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
When combining the Yellow fever vaccine with Lenangio 5 Capsule, there's an increased risk of vaccine-related infections or a diminished vaccine response.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.
LenalidomideCertolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Coadministration of Lenangio 5 Capsule with certolizumab can increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Lenangio 5 Capsule and certolizumab, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, weight loss, pain, or burning while peeing, immediately contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideNatalizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Combining Lenangio 5 Capsule with Natalizumab can increase the chances of experiencing harmful side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Lenangio 5 Capsule and Natalizumab, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you experience symptoms like infection, neurological problems, fever, diarrhea, or confusion, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LenalidomideDeferiprone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Taking Lenangio 5 Capsule with deferiprone together can cause a decrease in white blood cell count.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.
LenalidomideAtorvastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Coadministration of atorvastatin with Lenangio 5 Capsule can increase the risk of rhabdomyolysis (a rare condition that results in skeletal muscle tissue damage).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between atorvastatin and Lenangio 5 Capsule, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness accompanied by fever, dark-coloured urine, or light-coloured stools, consult a doctor immediately. breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LenalidomideGolimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Taking Lenangio 5 Capsule and golimumab together may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Lenangio 5 Capsule and golimumab, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience 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 using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LenalidomideConestat alfa
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lenangio 5 Capsule:
Taking Lenangio 5 Capsule and conestat alfa may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Lenangio 5 Capsule and conestat alfa, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, 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 your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • DIGOXIN
  • WARFARIN
  • ERYTHROPOIETIN

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Special Advise

  • Do not take Lenangio 5 Capsule if you are pregnant as it might cause severe birth defects or death of the unborn baby.
  • Male patients taking Lenangio 5 Capsule 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 Lenangio 5 Capsule and for 4weeks after discontinuing Lenangio 5 Capsule .
  • Lenangio 5 Capsule 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.
  • Lenangio 5 Capsule might cause abnormal/increase in liver test results, inform the person doing the test that you are taking Lenangio 5 Capsule .
  • Lenangio 5 Capsule might increase/decrease your blood sugar levels. Regularly monitor blood glucose levels while taking Lenangio 5 Capsule . Consult your doctor if you are diabetic.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any kidney dysfunction as Lenangio 5 Capsule might cause kidney problems.
  • Regular blood tests are advised before and during treatment with Lenangio 5 Capsule .

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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