Celnalid Benefits & Uses

Celnalid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Multiple Myeloma

Other Benefits

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

Celnalid 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

Celnalid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Celnalid is used -

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Rash

Common

Weakness
Sleepiness
Edema
Loss of appetite
Decreased Calcium Level
Fatigue
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Tremor
Neuropathy
Peripheral Edema

Celnalid Related Warnings

Is the use of Celnalid safe for pregnant women?

Celnalid 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 Celnalid safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Celnalid on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Celnalid. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Celnalid on the Liver?

Celnalid 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Celnalid on the Heart?

Celnalid 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 Celnalid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Epoetin Alfa

Celnalid Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Bleeding
Neutropenia
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Celnalid

Is this Celnalid habit forming or addictive?

Celnalid is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Celnalid only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Celnalid for mental disorders.

No

Celnalid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Celnalid

Taking Celnalid with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Celnalid

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Celnalid 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)

Celnalid 25mg Capsule