Linamac: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Linamac Benefits & Uses

Linamac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Multiple Myeloma

Other Benefits

Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Mantle Cell Lymphoma

Linamac Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: Repeat cycle in every 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: Repeat cycle in every 28 days

Linamac Related Warnings

Is the use of Linamac safe for pregnant women?

Linamac can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Linamac safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Linamac may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Linamac should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Linamac on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Linamac. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Linamac on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Linamac. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Linamac on the Heart?

Linamac may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Linamac with Other Drugs

Linamac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Epoetin Alfa

Linamac Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Linamac unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Bleeding
Neutropenia
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Linamac

Is this Linamac habit forming or addictive?

Linamac does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Linamac. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Linamac is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Linamac in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Linamac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Linamac

Taking Linamac with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Linamac

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Linamac with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

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