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Composition :

LENALIDOMIDE-10MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOMODULATORS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

NO.21, V CROSS,VENKATESA NAGAR EAST, PONDICHERRY 605008 605008 PY 605008 IN , -
Other Info - MYE0011

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FAQs

Myelosafe 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 Myelosafe Capsule on your own. You are advised to take Myelosafe 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 Myelosafe Capsule .

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

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

People with multiple myeloma taking Myelosafe 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 Myelosafe 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.

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

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Alcohol

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

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Pregnancy

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Myelosafe 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 Myelosafe Capsule as it is unknown if Myelosafe Capsule passes into breastmilk.

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Driving

Unsafe

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

About Myelosafe Capsule

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

Uses of Myelosafe Capsule

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

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Medicinal Benefits

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

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

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

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

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

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Myelosafe 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.
How does the drug interact with Myelosafe Capsule:
The combination of lovastatin and Myelosafe Capsule may raise the risk of rhabdomyolysis, an uncommon but dangerous illness defined as the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Myelosafe Capsule and Lovastatin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice muscle weakness, pain, tenderness, or dark-coloured urine, contact your doctor immediately. These symptoms could be a sign of a condition called rhabdomyolysis, which can potentially harm your kidneys, especially if you already have kidney problems. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
LenalidomideOspemifene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myelosafe Capsule:
Coadministration of Myelosafe Capsule and ospemifene may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Myelosafe Capsule and ospemifene, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. 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.
LenalidomidePeginesatide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myelosafe Capsule:
The combination of Myelosafe Capsule and peginesatide may raise the risk of severe blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Myelosafe Capsule and Peginesatide together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of these symptoms, like chest pain, difficulty breathing, sudden vision loss, or pain or swelling in your legs, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Myelosafe Capsule:
Taking Darbepoetin alfa with Myelosafe Capsule can increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Myelosafe Capsule and darbepoetin 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.
LenalidomidePembrolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myelosafe Capsule:
Using Myelosafe Capsule and pembrolizumab together can increase the risk of adverse effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Myelosafe Capsule with Pembrolizumab together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Myelosafe Capsule:
Using Myelosafe Capsule together with Desogestrel may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Desogestrel and Myelosafe Capsule together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. if you experience any symptoms of blood clots such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, and/or pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

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Special Advise

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