Product Description

Lenofect 5mg Capsule is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and lepra reaction. This medicine belongs to a group of medicines that affect how your immune system works.

Lenofect 5mg Capsule 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. 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.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Lenofect 5mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Uses

Treatment of Lepra reaction
Treatment of Multiple myoloma

Side Effects

Serious:

• Severe allergic reactions
• High risk of secondary cancer
• Liver toxicity
• Blurred vision
• Difficulty speaking
• Faster heartbeat
• Chest pain or leg pain
• Swelling in the ankles
• Dizziness
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Blood clot formation

Common:

• Tiredness
• Neutropenia
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Muscle cramps
• Anaemia
• Fever
• Back pain
• Nausea
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Breathlessness

Storage

Store below 30℃