Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Capsules

Lenvat 10 is anticancer medication used in the treatment of certain types of cancer. It contains the active salt lenvatinib and is effective against thyroid cancer and advanced renal cell carcinoma. 

  • Manufacutured By : Natco Pharma Ltd
  • Salt Composition : Lenvatinib 10mg
Category:

Description

Medicine 

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets

Manufacturer

Natco Pharma Ltd.

Active Ingredient 

Lenvatinib 10mg

Storage

Store below 30 °C.

Consume Type 

Oral

Description 

Complete Handbook on Lenvat 10mg Tablets: Usage and Insight 

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets: Introduction

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets are anti-neoplastic medicines that work by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. It is mostly used to treat thyroid cancer and liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).

How Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets Work: A Closer Look

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets work by inhibiting receptor tyrosine kinases, resulting in decreased oxygen and nutrient supply to cancer cells, eventually destroying them and treating cancer.

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets: Use

  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Hepatocellular carcinoma

 

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets: The Benefits 

This medication is used for the following conditions in adults:

  1. Locally recurrent/metastatic thyroid cancer.
  2. Unresectable liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).
  3. Advanced endometrial carcinoma when used with pembrolizumab.
  4. Advanced renal cell carcinoma (kidney cancer) when used in combination with everolimus after prior anti-angiogenic therapy.

 

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets: A Usage Guide

Follow your doctor’s instructions when taking Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets. Do not chew or crush it; instead, swallow it whole with water. After considering your age, weight, and medical condition, your doctor will determine the appropriate amount and duration.

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets: Side Effects

Many of the side effects are minor and will go away as your body adjusts to the medication. However, if they persist or cause you concern, you should see your doctor.

 Common Side Effects 

  • Blood pressure changes (high or low)
  • Muscle pain, body discomfort
  • Dizziness, weakness, tiredness
  • Nosebleeds
  • Breathing difficulties, chest pain (signs of blood clots in the lungs)
  • Weakness, dizziness, chest pain (signs of reduced red blood cells)
  • Rapid or irregular heartbeat
  • Reduced appetite, weight loss
  • Gastrointestinal issues (nausea, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, diarrhea, indigestion)
  • Hoarseness
  • Leg swelling
  • Skin rash
  • Mouth problems (dryness, soreness, inflammation)
  • Altered taste sensation
  • Joint and back pain
  • Headache, hair loss
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Hand-foot syndrome symptoms (swelling, redness, soreness in hands and feet)
  • Signs of an underactive thyroid (weight gain, tiredness, constipation, dry skin, feeling cold)
  • Reduced white blood cell count symptoms (body aches, chills, fever, headaches)
  • Reduced platelet count signs (bruising, delayed wound healing)
  • Elevated amylase and lipase levels in blood, leading to ulcers and pancreatitis
  • Dehydration
  • Dry skin, itching, skin thickening
  • Bloating, excess gas
  • Signs of liver failure (dizziness, sleep disturbances, confusion, concentration issues, loss of consciousness)
  • Urinary infection symptoms (frequent urination, painful urination)

[Note: Different drugs can have a variety of side effects. To learn more about the specific side effects of a given medication, consult your doctor or look up the official prescription instructions.]

Drug interaction:

  • Carboplatin, paclitaxel (used to treat ovarian cancer)
  • Midazolam (used to relieve anxiety before surgery or certain procedures)
  • Oral contraceptives (used to prevent pregnancy) Ex. desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol
  • Antiresorptive medicines (used to treat osteoporosis) Ex. alendronate, risedronate
  • Angiogenesis inhibitors (used to block growth of blood vessels) Ex. axitinib, bevacizumab

 

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets: A Guide to Safety 

Alcohol

Unsafe

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets should not be taken with alcohol. 

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets should not be taken while pregnant unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor as soon as possible if you become pregnant while taking Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets. 

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets are generally not recommended for nursing mothers because they could enter the breast milk and seriously harm the child being nursed. Before using the Lenvatinib 10 mg Tablets, see your doctor.

Driving

Unsafe

After taking medication, if you feel drowsy or lightheaded, avoid driving or using machinery. 

Liver 

Caution

Take Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib tablets with caution if you have mild, moderate, or severe liver impairment. Prior to taking the medication, speak with your physician.

Kidney 

Caution

Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets should be taken with caution by patients with mild, moderate, or severe renal impairment.  Consult your physician before taking the medication.

Fact Box
Chemical Group 

Quinoline Carboxamides
Addictive 

No
Medication Class

Anti-neoplastic agent
Action Class/Category 

Tyrosine kinase inhibitor

Swift Advice

  1. Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets is used to treat thyroid cancer. Take it with or without food at a regular time each day. 
  2. It is possible to experience diarrhea; if it continues or you notice blood in your stools, see your doctor. 
  3. During the course of this medication and for one month following its discontinuation, use dependable contraception. 
  4. Check your blood pressure frequently, and report any elevated readings to your physician. 
  5. If you notice blood in your urine or stool, headaches, or stomach pain, let your doctor know as these could be signs of potential bleeding problems. 
  6. If you are breastfeeding or intend to become pregnant, stay away from Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions: Lenvat 10mg Tablets

Q1. Is the Lenvat 10 mg tablet a chemotherapy drug?

A:   No, Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib tablets are a medication used in targeted therapy for a particular kind of cancer. If combined with pembrolizumab and everolimus in afflicted individuals, it is effective for differentiated thyroid carcinoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, and endometrial carcinoma as well as advanced renal cell carcinoma.

Q2. Can Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets side effects be eliminated?

A: Your doctor will explain the side effects of Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets. These effects generally subside as your body adjusts to the medication. Consult your doctor if you are experiencing severe side effects.

Q3. How is Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets taken?

A:   As directed by your doctor, take the Lenvat 10 mg Lenvatinib Tablets as directed. Do not chew or crush the capsule; instead, swallow it whole with water. Your doctor will choose the dosage and duration based on your age, body weight, and illness state.

Q4. Does the Lenvat 10 mg Lenvatinib Tablet causes fatigue?

A: Fatigue is a frequent side effect of Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets. Rest and stay hydrated if you are tired. Limit your alcohol intake and take the capsule at your earliest opportunity to sit or lie down and rest. Avoid activities like driving or operating machinery until you feel better.

Q5. What are the usual side effects of Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets?

A:   Common side effects of Lenvat 10mg Lenvatinib Tablets include nausea, skin redness, rashes, skin peeling, weight loss, vomiting, and hoarseness of voice. See your physician if any of these symptoms become more severe.

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