Lenalid 10 mg Capsules (Lenalidomide)

What is Lenalid 10 mg Capsule?

Lenalid 10 mg Capsule is a medicine for cancer. It is used in combination with other medicines to treat multiple myeloma (a type of cancer of the white blood cells), mantle cell lymphoma (a type of rare blood cell cancer), and myelodysplastic syndrome (a group of diseases caused by blood cells that are poorly formed or do not work properly).

Lenalid 10 mg Capsule is also used to treat follicular lymphoma (a type of cancer that affects your lymphatic system.

Lenalid 10 mg Capsule may cause some common adverse effects such as headache, weakness, nausea, rash, and dizziness. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections or bleeding.

Hence, take caution while performing the activity that might increase your chances of bleeding or avoid contact with people suffering from an infection such as a cold. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells while on treatment.

Uses of Lenalid 10 mg Capsule

Multiple Myeloma: Lenalid 10 mg Capsule is used in combination with other medications such as dexamethasone or bortezomib which is used to treat multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that affects the bone marrow.

Mantle Cell Lymphoma: Lenalid 10 mg Capsule is used to treat mantle cell lymphoma, a type of non-hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Myelodysplastic Syndrome: Lenalid 10 mg is used in the treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) a type of blood cancer in which the bone marrow doesn’t produce enough healthy blood cells.

How Lenalid 10 mg Capsule Works?

Lenalid 10 mg works by targeting the immune system and interfering with the growth and development of certain cells, including cancer cells. Lenalid 10 mg Capsule works specifically by inhibiting the production of a protein called interleukin-6 (IL -6).

IL -6 is a protein that plays a role in the growth and proliferation of certain cells, including cancer cells. By inhibiting IL -6, lenalidomide may help slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.

Benefits of Lenalid 10 mg Capsule

Lenalid 10 mg Capsule has been show to be effective in slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in people with certain types of blood cancers.

Lenalid 10 mg may be used in combination with other medications, such as dexamethasone, to treat multiple myeloma. This combination may be able to reduce the need for chemotherapy, which can have significant side effects.

Side Effects of Lenalid 10 mg Capsule

Like all medication, Lenalid 10 mg Capsule may cause some side effects. If you experience any of these side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways to manage or reduce the severity of these side effects.

Most Common Side Effects of Lenalid 10 mg Capsule

• Cough
• Tremor
• Tiredness
• Nausea
• Infection in the Respiratory Tract
• Neutropenia
• Anaemia
• Muscle Cramps
• Back Pain
• Constipation
• Skin Problems

Common Side Effects of Lenalid 10 mg Capsule

• ​Blood Clot
• Dizziness
• Blurred Vision
• Ankles Swelling
• Increase in Heartbeat
• Liver Toxicity
• Dizziness
• Bruising and Bleeding
• Leg and Chest Pain