Pomalid 2 Mg

Pomalid 2 Mg

Pomalid 2 Mg is a drug which is usually taken along with other drugs like Dexamethasone. Pomalid 2 Mg is generally used in patients with Myeloma and who have tried other medication (at least two) which did not work for them. It is a cancer drug which also goes by the brand name in Pomalid 2 Mg.

Drug = Pomalidomide

Strength = 2 Mg

Manufacturer = Natco Pharma Ltd

How To Take

Take Pomalid 2 Mg in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

Dosage

Pomalid 2 Mg Capsule

Pomalid 4 Mg Capsule

Pomalid 1 Mg Capsule

Side Effects

Blood in urine and stools

Chest tightness

Chills

Cough

Dry mouth

Dizziness and Drowsiness

Difficulty in breathing

Headache

Loss of appetite

Lower back or side pain

Nausea and vomiting

Unusual weight gain or loss

Stomach pain

Fainting

Warning

Pregnancy:- Pomalid 2 Mg is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects on the unborn baby.

Breast-feeding:- Pomalid 2 Mg is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for a specific period of time or prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

Use in Children:- Pomalid 2 Mg is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Driving or operating machinery:- Pomalid 2 Mg may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness, muscle weakness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Hematologic Toxicities:- Pomalid 2 Mg should be used with caution in patients suffering from hematological toxicities due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. It is recommended to monitor complete blood picture weekly for the first eight weeks and monthly thereafter while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Uses

Pomalid 2 Mg is used with another medication (such as dexamethasone) to treat a type of cancer in the bone marrow (multiple myeloma). It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.