Medicine 

Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets

Manufacturer

Natco Pharma Ltd.

Active Ingredient 

Lenvatinib 4mg

Storage

Store below 30 °C.

Consume Type 

Oral

Description 

Complete Handbook on Lenvat 4mg LenvatinibTablets: Usage and Insight 

Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets: Introduction

Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets are medicines used to treat cancer (anti-neoplastic medicines), which work by slowing or stopping cancer growth. It is mainly prescribed for the treatment of thyroid cancer and liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).

How Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets Work: A Closer Look

Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets works by blocking receptor tyrosine kinases, leading to reduced oxygen and nutrient supply to cancer cells, ultimately destroying them and treating cancer.

Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets: Use

• Thyroid Cancer
• Hepatocellular carcinoma

Lenvat 4mg 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, following prior anti-angiogenic therapy.

Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets: A Usage Guide

Follow your doctor’s instructions when taking Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets. Do not chew or crush it; instead, swallow it with water. Your doctor will decide on the appropriate amount and duration after taking your age, weight, and medical condition into account.

Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets: Side Effects

Many of the side effects are harmless and go away when your body becomes used to the medication. However, if they persist or cause you concern, it’s better to consult your physician.

 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)
• Gallbladder inflammation
• Stroke signs (numbness or weakness on one side of the body, severe headache, seizures, confusion, speech difficulties, vision changes, dizziness)
• Anal fistula (a small channel between the anus and surrounding skin)
• Urinary infection symptoms (frequent urination, painful urination)

[Note: Various drugs may cause various adverse effects. See your healthcare practitioner or refer to the official prescription instructions for a specific medicine for accurate information about its unique side effects.]

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 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets: A Guide to Safety 

Alcohol

It is not safe to consume alcohol with Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets. 

Pregnancy

Pregnancy is not an advised time to take Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets unless absolutely essential. If you become pregnant while taking Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets, see your doctor right away. They might suggest that you use a barrier method of contraception to avoid getting pregnant, which you should continue using for the next month after finishing Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets therapy.

Breastfeeding

It is typically not advised for nursing mothers to take Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets  since it might enter the breast milk and gravely injure the child being nursed. Speak with your physician before using Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets.

Driving

If you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking medication, do not drive or operate any machinery. 

Liver 

Patients with mild, moderate, or severe hepatic impairment should take Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib tablets with care. Prior to taking the medication, speak with your physician.

Kidney 

Patients with mild, moderate, or severe renal impairment should take Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets with care. Prior to taking the medication, speak with your physician.

Swift Advice

1. Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets is prescribed for thyroid cancer. Take it at a consistent time daily, with or without food. 
2. Diarrhea might occur, and if it persists or if you observe blood in your stools, contact your doctor. 
3. Employ reliable contraception while on this medication and for one month after discontinuation. 
4. Regularly check your blood pressure; inform your doctor of signs of high blood pressure. 
5. Be aware of potential bleeding issues and notify your doctor if you experience headaches, stomach pain, or notice blood in your urine or stool. 
6. Avoid Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions: Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets

Q1. Is Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets a chemotherapy drug?

A:   No, Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets is a targeted therapy drug used for specific cancer treatment. It is effective against differentiated thyroid carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma when used alone, and for endometrial carcinoma and advanced renal cell carcinoma when used in combination with pembrolizumab and everolimus in affected individuals.

Q2. Do the side effects of Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets go away?

A:   Your doctor will explain the side effects associated with Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets. These effects generally subside as your body adjusts to the medication. Consult your doctor if you experience severe side effects for proper management.

Q3. How is Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets taken?

A:   Follow your physician’s guidance for taking Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets. Swallow the capsule with water and do not crush or chew it. The dosage and duration depend on your age, body weight, and disease condition, which your doctor will determine.

Q4. Does Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets cause fatigue?

A:   Yes, fatigue is a common side effect of Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets. If you experience fatigue, rest and stay hydrated. Limit alcohol intake, and take the capsule when you can rest (sitting or lying down). Avoid activities like driving or using machinery until you feel better.

Q5. are the usual side effects of Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets?

A:   Common side effects of Lenvat 4mg Lenvatinib Tablets include nausea, skin redness, rashes, skin peeling, weight loss, vomiting, and hoarseness of voice. If any of these symptoms worsen, consult your doctor.