Myelosafe Capsule 10's

Myelosafe Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Myelosafe Capsule is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.
 
Myelosafe Capsule contains ‘lenalidomide’, which works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells. Myelosafe Capsule kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells.
 
You are advised to take Myelosafe Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as fatigue, constipation, diarrhoea, muscle cramps, nausea, headache, upper respiratory tract infection, dizziness, shortness of breath, and weakness. Talk with your doctor if you experience any of these side effects persistently.
 
Avoid taking Myelosafe Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Myelosafe Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Myelosafe Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Men and women taking Myelosafe Capsule must use effective contraception. Inform your doctor regarding your health condition and medications before taking Myelosafe Capsule to rule out any interactions.

Myelosafe Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents. Myelosafe Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes, mantle cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Myelosafe Capsule works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells. Myelosafe Capsule kills the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells. Myelosafe Capsule is used to treat a type of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) known as deletion 5q MDS, where part of chromosome 5 is missing.

• Weakness
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Heartburn
• Shortness of breath
• Headache
• Muscle/bone/back pain
• Decrease in red blood cell count
• Fever and flu-like symptoms
• Decreased appetite
• Blurred vision
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Dry mouth

Do not take Myelosafe Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have/had blood clots, heart attack, neuropathy, slow heart rate, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, infections/signs of infections, viral infection, HIV, hepatitis B, epilepsy, liver or kidney problems. Do not take Myelosafe Capsule if you are pregnant, as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of the unborn baby. Avoid taking Myelosafe Capsule if you are breastfeeding as it is not unknown if it passes into breastmilk. Myelosafe Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Myelosafe Capsule is not recommended for use in children. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Myelosafe Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Let your doctor know regarding your health condition and medications you are taking, including over the counter and herbal products.

• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

• Include food rich in iron, such as lean red meat, raisins, bell peppers, Brussel sprouts, and broccoli.

• To prevent constipation, consume fibre-rich foods such as whole grains, broccoli, dried fruits, nuts, beans, apples, oranges, and pears.