Lenvima 10mg

Lenvatinib is used to fight with tumors in the thyroid gland. This fully applies to both primary tumor with such localization and metastatic foci in this place. The drug is prescribed by a doctor, when the previous treatment with radioactive iodine was ineffective in its action. This is the main indication for its use.

Instructions for use

Treatment should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor who has experience in the treatment of cancer. It is recommended to take no more than 24 mg of the drug at once. The drug is taken once a day. Adjustment of the daily dose is carried out by a doctor depending on the individual characteristics of a patient. If the reception is missed, the treatment is continued according to the usual scheme. A double dose at a time is prohibited.
The possible occurrence of side effects is eliminated by dose adjustment or discontinuation of the treatment. You should stop taking Lenvima 10mg if it already becomes simply unbearable for you. If you have mild degree of side effects, the discontinuation of treatment is not required.

Side effects

They can be general and specific. Undesirable manifestations of general nature can be observed in the form of a decrease in the number of lymphocytes, liver disorders, phenomena from the digestive tract, anemia, decrease in the amount of protein in the blood, changes in the work of kidneys, and other phenomena. If all the side effects are pronounced, they can cause pre-infarction condition, bleeding. You need to consult a doctor. The treatment should be discontinued immediately.

Interaction with other drugs

The reception of Levine may alter the metabolism of other drugs.

Lenvima 10mg contraindications

The drug should not be prescribed in the following cases:
– Individual intolerance of the drug.
– Expressed degree of hypertension (able to worsen the condition)
– Insufficiency of liver and kidney function.
– Expressed violations of cardiac activity.
– Age up to two years.

Lenvima 10mg reduces the effectiveness of contraceptives. Women, for whom pregnancy is undesirable, should pay attention to this fact. That’s why, you should not use means for oral use. They should be applied in the form of vaginal suppositories.