Revlimid 15mg

Revlimid (Lenalidomide) 15mg is analogue of thalidomide, an immunomodulating remedy that has anti-angiogenic and antitumor properties. Revlimid is sold in the form of capsules in a dosage of 15 mg and for oral administration. Each capsule contains the active ingredient Lenalidomide.

The remedy is prescribed by an oncologist with multiple myeloma.
For effective treatment Revlimid 15mg is used with other medicines: anti-inflammatory remedy dexamethasone, chemotherapy medication Melphalan and immunosupressor prednisone.

You will take these medicines at the beginning of treatment, then continue treatment only with Revlimid.

Lenalidomide is able to stop the deterioration of signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma, also causes the disease to retreat for a while. Doctors give positive feedback about Revlimid 15mg, since it has shown its effectiveness in treating myeloma.

Revlimid is also prescribed for mantle cell lymphoma and myelodysplastic syndromes.

How the medication work

Revlimid 15mg has antitumor, anti-angiogenic, pro-erythropoietic and immunomodulating action. This means that the remedy has an effect on the immune system and directly attacks your disease. Lenalidomide can inhibit the development and reproduction of cancer cells, stop the damage of blood vessels, blocking the migration and adhesion of endothelial cells, and the formation of microvessels. Inhibits the formation of anti-inflammatory cytokines. stimulates and enhances cellular immunity and increases the level of T cells, natural killer cells that fight cancer cells.

How to use the medication?

Revlimid is used together with dexamethasone. Always use these drugs strictly according to the doctor’s prescriptions. If you have any questions about the treatment, consult your doctor. Read the drug instruction carefully before starting the treatment.

How to use Revlimid?

Revlimid must be swallowed whole (better with a glass of water) once a day. Avoid breaking, chewing or crushing the capsules. The drug can be taken irrespective of the mealtime.
Try to take the pills at the same time every day.

How long should you take Revlimid?

This drug is usually taken in treatment cycles. Every cycle lasts about a month. Don’t stop the treatment without your doctor’s approval.
Before beginning the therapy, you should inform your physician if you had blood clots in history. During the therapy, you’ll be at a high risk of developing thrombosis. Before and during the therapy with Revlimid, you should do regular blood tests, because Revlimid can destroy the blood cells that help the body deal with infections and prevent the blood clots.