Lenalid 25 Mg Capsules

What is Lenalid?

Lenalid containing the active ingredient lenalidomide is considered an immunomodulating agent. It affects the way the immune system works to help the bone marrow produce normal blood cells and killing abnormal cells in the bone marrow. The capsules can be used alone or in combination with other medication to treat anemia in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes and multiple myeloma.

How is Lenalid used?

Lenalid is usually taken in a 28 day cycle and should be taken once daily unless otherwise directed a doctor. It can be taken with or without food but should be taken with a full glass of water. Contact a doctor for the correct dosage and time frame of treatment as it will depend on the condition being treated and the patient's response to the medication. The capsules should always be swallowed whole and not chewed, crushed, broken or opened.

Adverse effects

Patients using Lenalid may encounter unwanted side effects such as: