Pomalid 2mg Capsule 21'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Pomalidomide 2 mg
Manufacturer
Natco Pharma Ltd
Variant
21 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT POMALID 2MG CAPSULEPOMALID 2MG CAPSULE contains Pomalidomide which belongs to the group of medicines called Immunomodulating agents. It is used in adults to manage multiple myeloma (cancer of plasma cells). It is generally used in combination with other anti-cancer agents (such as dexamethasone and/or bortezomib) to achieve better results. Before taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol levels, blood clots or hepatitis B infection or have a habit of smoking as a precaution. POMALID 2MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in women who are pregnant, think that they might be pregnant or planning to become pregnant. It should be used in breastfeeding women only if con
Uses
OF POMALID 2MG CAPSULE Manage multiple myeloma (cancer of plasma cells) in adults
How It Works
POMALID 2MG CAPSULE stimulates the immune system to stop the growth of abnormal plasma cells (a type of white blood cells) in the blood. This helps in destroying the cancer cells in the blood and manages it from developing further. It also reduces blood supply to the cancer cells, which helps in managing further spread of cancer cells in the body.
Directions for Use
Take POMALID 2MG CAPSULE as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE unless your doctor tells you to stop.
Side Effects
taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE are increased infections, low RBC and platelet count, nausea, vomiting, swelling of body parts, numbness or tingling of body parts, skin rashes, oral sores, taste changes and weight loss. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you. USES OF POMALID 2MG CAPSULE Manage multiple myeloma (cancer of plasma cells) in adults HOW POMALID 2MG CAPSULE WORKSPOMALID 2MG CAPSULE stimulates the immune system to stop the growth of abnormal plasma cells (a type of white blood cells) in the blood. This helps in destroying the cancer cells in the blood and manages it from developing further. It also reduces blood supply to the cancer cells, which helps in managing further spread of cancer cells in the body. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake POMALID 2MG CAPSULE as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE unless your doctor tells you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF POMALID 2MG CAPSULECOMMON shortness of breath infections of lung or respiratory tract (bronchitis, sinusitis, pneumonia) anaemia (low RBC in blood causing tiredness and weakness) low blood sodium, potassium, magnesium and phosphate levels high blood calcium levels elevated blood sugar levels nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, stomach pain lack of energy, muscle weakness difficulty in sleeping dizziness, tremor, spinning sensation numbness, tingling or burning sensation on the body swelling of the arms and leg or body skin rash, itching, shingles high blood pressure high uric acid levels in blood changes in taste, mouth ulcers, dry mouth feeling confused, depression urinary tract infections weight loss UNCOMMON tumour lysis syndrome (toxin accumulation in blood due to breakdown of cancer cells) decreased thyroid functions RAREStop taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of infections (such as fever, chills, sore throat, cough, mouth ulcers or any other signs of infection) increased bleeding or bruising, nasal bleeds, bleeding in the gut signs of sepsis (such as fever, chills, low urine output, nausea and vomiting, confusion, rapid breathing) severe persistent bloody diarrhea signs of blood clot (such as chest pain, shortness of breath, leg pain and swelling, heart failure) signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing) skin cancer, changes in skin colour signs of liver damage (such as yellowish discolouration of the skin and eyes, dark, brown-coloured urine, right-sided abdominal pain, fever, nausea and vomiting) signs of severe allergic skin reactions (such as skin rash on the face or whole body, redness, high fever, flu-like symptoms with enlarged lymph nodes) signs of posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (a nerve disorder causing bnormal vision from blurriness to vision loss, problems in walking and speaking, loss of balance, weak arms or legs, memory loss, confusion, fits, headache, numbness of body parts)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYPOMALID 2MG CAPSULE may harm the unborn baby. Therefore, it should not be used in pregnant women and in women who are planning to become pregnant or think that they might be pregnant. Women of childbearing potential must use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy prior to the therapy, during the therapy and until 4 weeks after stopping therapy with POMALID 2MG CAPSULE. If you accidentally became pregnant while undergoing therapy with POMALID 2MG CAPSULE, stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately. BREASTFEEDINGIt is not known whether POMALID 2MG CAPSULE passes through breast milk or not. Therefore, it should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy, tired or faint after taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE. KIDNEYPOMALID 2MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it LIVERPOMALID 2MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take POMALID 2MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to pomalidomide, lenalidomide or thalidomide. HEART DISEASEPOMALID 2MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with heart failure or a recent heart attack. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSBefore taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you: have ever had blood clots in the past have a habit of smoking have high blood cholesterol levels have high blood pressure have breathing difficulties have excessive tumours in your body (including tumours of bone marrow) have or ever had nerve damage or nerve pain have or ever had hepatitis B infection Use in paediatrics: POMALID 2MG CAPSULE is not suitable for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: POMALID 2MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking POMALID 2MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: ketoconazole (used to manage fungal infections) ciprofloxacin, enoxacin (medicines used for bacterial infections) fluvoxamine (used to manage depression) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more POMALID 2MG CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Pomalidomide Pharmacological Category : Immunomodulating agents Therapeutic Indication : Multiple myeloma Dosage Forms : Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep POMALID 2MG CAPSULE out of the sight and reach of children Store POMALID 2MG CAPSULE at room temperature
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Last Updated
03 Dec 2022