Pomide Pomalidomide 1mg Capsules 21's

Pomide 1mg Capsule is a chemotherapy medicine containing the active constituent Pomalidomide. It belongs to the group of medications known as immunomodulatory agents. It is used to treat multiple myeloma in adults. Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer mainly affecting certain white blood cells called the plasma cell. These cells grow uncontrolled and accumulate in the bone marrow, damaging the bones and kidneys. 

The common side effects that are likely to be associated with the Pomide 1mg Capsule are shortness of breath, tiredness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, back and bone pain, dizziness, tremor, upper respiratory tract infection, sleeping trouble, loss of appetite, lack of energy, muscle spasms, muscle weakness, numbness, tingling or burning sensation, the low potassium level in the blood and anaemia. Inform your doctor if these side effects disturb or persist in you. 

Inform your medical professional if you are allergic to Pomide 1mg Capsule and its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have high cholesterol levels, heart disorders, breathing problems, blood clot disorders, hepatitis B infection, neuropathy (pain in hands or feet caused by nerve damage), or if you smoked before taking this chemotherapy medicine. It is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age. 

Treatment of multiple myeloma.

Pomide 1mg Capsule works by stimulating the immune system to attack the cancer cells, stopping the formation of blood vessels supplying the cancer cells, and preventing the growth of cancer cells (myeloma cells).

Always take the Pomide 1mg Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medicine with or without food. Swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew the tablets. 

Serious:

Low white blood cells

Bleeding or bruising

Severe or bloody diarrhoea

Blood clots (chest or leg pain, swelling)

Severe liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes, dark-brown colour urine, abdominal pain)

Severe allergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing)

Common:

Shortness of breath

Tiredness, weakness

Nausea, vomiting

Dizziness, tremor

Low potassium level in the blood (hypokalaemia)

Back pain, bone pain

Diarrhoea, constipation

Upper respiratory tract infection

High blood sugar levels

Loss of appetite, lack of energy

Trouble sleeping

Muscle spasms, muscle weakness

Numbness, tingling, or burning sensation in the skin; pain in hands or feet

Anaemia

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements and herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with the Pomide 1mg Capsule and can cause potential side effects. 

Store at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C.

Keep the Pomide 1mg Capsule out of the sight and reach of children.

It is recommended to take effective birth control for at least 4 weeks before beginning treatment, during treatment, and at least 4 weeks after stopping Pomide 1mg Capsule treatment. Women who are pregnant or suspect they may be pregnant should not use this medication. Handle this medication with disposable gloves since it may come into contact with the skin. Do not share the Pomide 1mg Capsule with others even if they have the same symptoms as you have. since it may cause birth defects and other serious problems. It is advised to refrain from donating blood or sperm both during treatment and for seven days after treatment with this drug.