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Lenalid is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. The alternative uses of Lenalid have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Lenalid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Lenalid include Weakness, Sleepiness, Edema. While these are the most often observed Lenalid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lenalid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Lenalid has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lenalid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lenalid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Lenalid have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Lenalid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lenalid is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lenalid is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Lenalid safe for pregnant women?
Lenalid can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Lenalid safe during breastfeeding?
Lenalid should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lenalid on the Kidneys?
Lenalid can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lenalid on the Liver?
Lenalid may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lenalid on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Lenalid. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Lenalid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lenalid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lenalid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lenalid.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lenalid as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lenalid only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lenalid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lenalid
Taking Lenalid with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lenalid
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lenalid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 753-755
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Revlimid (lenalidomide)