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Lenalid 5 Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. Secondary and off-label uses of Lenalid 5 Capsule have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lenalid 5 Capsule. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Lenalid 5 Capsule are Weakness, Sleepiness, Edema. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lenalid 5 Capsule as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lenalid 5 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lenalid 5 Capsule is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lenalid 5 Capsule related warnings talks about Lenalid 5 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lenalid 5 Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lenalid 5 Capsule in conditions like Neutropenia. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lenalid 5 Capsule contraindications section.
Additionally, Lenalid 5 Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lenalid 5 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lenalid 5 Capsule 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 5 Capsule 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 5 Capsule 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 5 Capsule 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 5 Capsule 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 5 Capsule 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 5 Capsule 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 5 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lenalid 5 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lenalid 5 Capsule.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Lenalid 5 Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lenalid 5 Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lenalid 5 Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lenalid 5 Capsule
Taking Lenalid 5 Capsule with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lenalid 5 Capsule
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lenalid 5 Capsule 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)