Dr. Aditya Shah
Expert In Clinical Pharmacology And Drug SafetyView moreLenvima is used to treat various cancer like Thyroid Disease, liver, kidney and endometrial. It works by blocking the cancel cells growth and further spreading to other body parts. It should be taken as per the doctor’s prescription to achieve effective benefits.
Key Information
- Ingredient: This capsule mainly contains Lenvatinib as its main ingredient.
- Use: It is used in treating differentiated thyroid cancer, kidney, liver, and other various cancer.
- Mechanism: This is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It stops supplying oxygen and protein to cancel cells and as a result they stop growing and spreading into the body.
- Dosage: The dosage may depend upon individual treatment. However, it can be taken with or without food. Try to take it at the same time each day to get effective benefits.
- Common side effects: Diarrhea, bleeding, high blood pressure, tiredness, weight loss, kidney, or bladder infection.
- Major Warnings: Individual allergic to ingredients of this medicine should be cautious and if there is any medical history of heart, liver or kidney diseases should be cautious before taking the medicine.
Dosage
The dosage of Lenvima Capsule should be decided by doctor. However, one should try to take the capsule at the same time each day to avail effective benefits. Do not stop taking the medicine if seen any improvements without consulting doctor, otherwise symptoms may reverse back and worsen the conditions.
Missed dose:
If you have missed the dose, take it as you remember but if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take it as scheduled. Do not double the dose.
Overdose:
If you have overdosed the medicine, take immediate medical help.
Side Effects
Most of the side effects gets adjusted with the body after starting the medication. However, some side effects persist for a long-time cause trouble to patient which should be immediately reported to doctor.
- Diarrhea
- Increased blood pressure
- Bleeding
- Constipation
- Joint pain
- Weight loss
- Infection in kidney or bladder
- Hand foot syndrome
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
Precaution
Alcohol:
As there is limited information about any interaction of this medicine with alcohol. It is better to consult doctor before starting the medication.
Pregnancy:
There are no adequate studies found if the medicine is toxic during pregnancy or not. Hence, doctors should prescribe the medicine according to its benefits and risks of taking it during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding:
As per limited human study it is found that the effects of this medicine may pass into breast milk and harm the baby. Hence, if necessary, consult your doctor before starting the treatment.
Driving:
If any individual experiences symptoms which affect the ability to concentrate and focus should avoid driving or operating any machinery.
Kidney:
Individuals with kidney diseases should be cautious before starting the medication. Hence, inform your doctor so that dose adjustment if any could be made.
Liver:
Individuals with liver diseases should be cautious before starting the medication. Hence, inform your doctor so that dose adjustment if any could be made.
Allergy:
If any individual is allergic to any of the ingredients of Lenvima Capsule should avoid taking the medicine.
FAQs
Q. Can I Stop Taking Lenvima If My Symptoms Have Improved?
It is not recommended to stop suddenly taking the medicine without consulting doctor as the cancer can spread to other body parts and cause serious harm to body. Hence, on seeing any improvement continue taking it as your doctor advises.
Q. Who Should Avoid Taking Lenvima Capsule?
If any individual had any heart stroke or has uncontrolled blood pressure or had undergone any surgery should avoid taking the medicine and inform doctor beforehand about all the prior medical history before taking the medicine. Patients allergic to ingredient of this capsule should also avoid taking this medicine.
Q. What Are The Most Serious Side Effects Of Lenvima I Should Watch Out For?
Some serious side effects may include breathing difficulty, swelling, vomiting, sudden increase in heartbeat or blood in the stool.
Q. How Will I Know If Lenvima Capsule Is Working?
To analyze whether there is any improvement or not regular scans can be recommended by doctor to monitor the size of tumor.
Q. Will I Need Regular Checkups Or Tests While Taking Lenvima Capsule?
Yes, some tests may be required to detect serious problems early like blood pressure, calcium level, protein level in urine, liver or kidney functioning may also be checked.
Q. Does Lenvima Capsule Affect My Fertility?
Yes, while using this medicine one may experience infertility or have difficulty in conceiving. Hence, if wanting to preserve your eggs before starting the treatment inform your doctor beforehand.
Q. What Other Precautions Should I Take During Lenvima Capsule Treatment?
Patients should drink lots of water to avoid dehydration or should not undergo any surgery without informing doctors. Any dental work should also be avoided or inform your doctor otherwise jaw related problems may arise and can slow down the whole treatment.
