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Lenalid-Capsules

Lenalid belongs to a class of medicines called immunomodulatory agents. It strengthens immune responses to prevent inflammation in the body. The medicine contains enalidomide and is used for treating myelodysplastic syndrome. This syndrome is basically a group of symptoms in which the bone marrow produces abnormal blood cells and insufficient health red blood cells; and is caused due to a abnormal chromosome in the human body. Our medicine is also suitable for treating anemia and, along with dexamethasone, for the treatment of multiple myeloma. The medicine works by destroying abnormal cells in bone marrow and facilitating the formation of normal red blood cells.

Supplied as:

Available in as 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg & 25 mg capsules

Precautions and warnings

Patients with a history of kidney problems, blood clots and strokes; must consult doctor before using the medicine

The medicine may decrease the content of blood cells in the blood. The adverse effect is exhibited through various symptoms like bleeding gum, fever, throat infections and chills. If taken for treatment of myeloma, it is suggested that the patient takes some other medicines for controlling side effects like blood clot in the leg, chest pain, cough, redness and uneasy breathing pattern.

Pregnant women must consult their doctors before using the medicine. At least two reliable forms of birth control, starting 4 weeks before the patient starts taking Lenalid and ending 4 weeks. Any woman who has not had a hysterectomy (surgery to remove your uterus and/or both ovaries) or has not been in menopause for at least 24 months in a row, must agree in writing to use birth control before, during, and after taking Lenalid. Even women with fertility problems are suggested to use birth control while taking Lenalid. The patient must also have a negative pregnancy test 10 to 14 days before treatment and again at 24 hours before the treatment begins.

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Geftinat-Gefitinib

The medicine is formulated by using gefitinib and basically belongs to a class of anti-cancer medications called epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Geftinat is used for curing non-small cell lung cancer and effectively blocks the action of chemicals which multiply the growth of cancer cells.

Supplied as:

Available as 250mg tablets

Dosage

Usually given once a day with or without food

Overdose

Symptoms like diarrhea and rash

Precautions & Warnings:

• Should not be taken without consulting the doctor if the patient ever had pulmonary fibrosis (scarring of the lungs), or liver or kidney disease
• Not recommended if the patient is allergic to the medicine or any of its constituents
• Kindly notify the doctor immediately, if allergic reactions (difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives), lung problems, liver problems, eye problems, severe nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or diarrhea during treatment are noticed
• Doctor consultation recommended for pregnant women or for those who are breast feeding their child

Drug Interactions:

• Cimetidine, ranitidine, esomeprazole, lansoprazole, omeprazole
• Rifampin or phenytoin
• Ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, erythromycin, clarithromycin, ritonavir, nelfinavir, indinavir, nefazodone
• The blood-thinning effects of warfarin may be increased by geftinat and hence, the risk of bleeding may increase

This product is priced at 25% of the cost of its generic drug.

Geftinat Tablets.

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