Lenofect 10mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

Lenofect Capsule is an immunomodulatory medicine. It modulates the immune system. Lenofect is used to treat white blood cell cancer and in patients with transfusion dependent aneamia.

It contains Lenalidomide as active ingredient. This medicine modulates and strengthens the immune system. It kills and inhibits the growth of cancer cells thereby prevents the spread of cancer.

Take Lenofect as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Lenofect Capsule should be avoided if you are pregnany or planning pregnancy.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Lenofect may cause drowsiness, irritability, sickness, headache. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Lenofect Capsule may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Linalidomide acts by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of cancer cells and stops cancer cells from making their own blood vessels. Thus, kills the cancer cells.
• It works by killing the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps to produce healthy normal blood cells.

Directions for Use

• Lenofect Capsule is to be taken as advised by the doctor.
• Take the medicine with a glass of water.
• Take the medicine at a fixed time every day for optimal results.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Lenofect Capsule during pregnancy?

Lenofect Capsule should not be used during pregnancy as it may cause serious harm to the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are planning pregnancy while on this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Lenofect Capsule while breastfeeding?

It is not known if the component of Lenofect passes into the breastmilk. It is advised to avoid breastfeeding while on this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Lenofect Capsule?

You should avoid driving as you feel fatigue, dizzy, sleepy after taking Lenofect Capsule.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Lenofect Capsule?

No, you should not consume alcohol while on Lenofect as it may worsen the side effect. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are above 50 years of age, menopausal or of a non-child bearing age.
• You are using any knid of contraceptive method.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You have heart disease or conditions, blood clot in the body.
• You have thyroid, blood disorder.
• You have viral reactivation or visual disturbance such as cataract.
• You have kidney or liver damage.
• You experience any allergic reaction after taking Lenofect.
• You have or experience tingling sensation or numbness of the extremities.
• You have or had any kind of cancer or cancer lysis.
• You have any active infection.
• You feel sleepy or dizzy.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to lenalidomide or any other ingredient of Lenofect Capsule.
• If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or of a child bearing age.

Side effects

• Fatigue
• Constipation
• Muscle cramps
• Anaemia
• Decreased blood count
• Dizziness
• Difficulty in breathing
• Nausea
• Tremor
• Rash

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines affects the way the Lenofect Capsule works or Lenofect itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Inform the doctor about other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking to avoid possible interactions.
• Especially you are taking oral contraceptive medicines, blood thinners, anti-allergic medicine, other cancer medicine or medicine used to treat brain related disorder.
• If you are lipid lowering medicine, steroids or digoxin.

Storage and disposal

• Store Lenofect Capsule at room temperature in a cool and dry place away from heat and moisture.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking Lenofect Capsule if I feel better?

Do not stop taking Lenofect Capsule until and unless your doctor advises you. If you stop taking this medicine, it can lead to an incomplete killing of cancer cells and thus increase the risk of reoccurrence of cancer. The doctor will gradually decrease the dose as per the need.

My husband is on Lenofect, can we plan pregnancy after completing the course of this medicine?

No, you should not plan pregnancy after the completion of the last dose with Lenofect Capsule. Always consult your doctor before planning a pregnancy and use an effective contraceptive method.