Product introduction
LENmid 25mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines that affect how your immune system works. $It is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and myelodysplastic syndrome.
LENmid 25mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, weakness, nausea, rash, and dizziness amongst others. 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.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. You are advised to drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated while taking this medicine.
Uses of LENmid Tablet
- Multiple myeloma
- Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome
Benefits of LENmid Tablet
In Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) are a group of rare blood disorders characterized by abnormal development of blood cells in the bone marrow. In MDS, the bone marrow fails to produce enough healthy and fully matured blood cells, leading to low blood cell counts, which can result in anemia, infections, and bleeding problems.
LENmid 25mg Tablet is used to treat certain types of MDS, specifically those associated with a specific part of the chromosomes in the blood cells. It works by helping the immune system make more healthy blood cells in the bone marrow. LENmid 25mg Tablet helps improve the production of red blood cells, reducing the need for frequent blood transfusions and making them feel better. It is important to check-up and monitor regularly to make sure it is safe and effective.
Side effects of LENmid Tablet
Common side effects of LENmid
- Headache
- Nausea
- Rash
- Breathlessness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Joint pain
- Itching
- Diarrhea
- Low blood platelets
- Peripheral edema
- Cough
- Back pain
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Decreased appetite
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How to use LENmid Tablet
How LENmid Tablet works
Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving
You may feel dizzy, tired, sleepy, have vertigo or blurred vision after taking LENmid 25mg Tablet and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Liver
What if you forget to take LENmid Tablet?
Quick tips
- You may be monitored with regular blood tests before and during the treatment as lenalidomide may cause a fall in the white blood cells and platelets, required to fight infection, Hemoglobin and blood clotting.
- Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury and avoid contact with people who have colds or infections.
- It makes your skin sensitive towards sunlight. Apply sunscreen or wear protective while going out.
- It may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated while taking medication.
- It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years.
- You should use proper contraceptive methods at least 4 weeks before, during and until 4 weeks after stopping treatment.
- Woman of childbearing potential will be required to undergo pregnancy tests before and after the treatment.
- You should inform your doctor or dentist that you are taking LENmid 25mg Tablet before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- You may be at risk of developing acute myelogenous leukemia, fatal liver problems, severe skin reactions, and fatal heart problems during treatment with LENmid 25mg Tablet. You should discuss in advance the benefits and risks of taking this medicine.
FAQs
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References:-
- Philippines Food and Drug Administration (FDA) – Drug Registration (Example):
- https://verification.fda.gov.ph/drug_productsview.php?showdetail=®istration_number=DR-XY48492
- (Registration entry for Lenzest 25 (Lenalidomide 25mg Capsule) in the Philippines FDA portal, confirming local approval and generic name.)
- U.S. National Library of Medicine (NIH – MedlinePlus):
- https://www.myeloma.org/revlimid-lenalidomide
- (Detailed patient/HCP information on Lenalidomide (Revlimid), a high-traffic non-commercial source)
- NIH – PubMed Central (PMC) – Review on Multiple Myeloma:
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3430086/
- (Lenalidomide for the treatment of relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma)
- NIH – PubMed Central (PMC) – Practice Guideline:
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5013840/
- (FDA Approval Summary and Review of Lenalidomide as First-Line Therapy for Multiple Myeloma)
- ResearchGate – Review on Mechanisms and Resistance:
- https://www.researchgate.net/publication/376021912_Lenalidomide_use_in_multiple_myeloma_Review
- (Review of Lenalidomide’s use and mechanism in multiple myeloma)
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