Pomide 2mg Capsule

Pomide 2mg Capsule is a medicine that contains Pomalidomide, an immunomodulatory drug. It is majorly used in the treatment of multiple myeloma, a kind of blood cancer. Bortezomib is usually reserved for patients who have progressed after treatment with other drugs such as proteasome inhibitors and lenalidomide.

Uses of Pomide 2mg Capsule:

• Multiple Myeloma

How does a Pomide 2mg Capsule work?

Pomalidomide has a complex mechanism involving immune system activation and direct anti-cancer effects. It stimulates T-cells and natural killer cells to enhance the body’s immune response against cancer cells. It also inhibits the proliferation of multiple myeloma cells by blocking important signaling pathways that promote the growth of cancer cells and induces apoptosis. It also inhibits angiogenesis, reducing the blood supply to the tumor, which is essential for its growth.

How to Use & Dosage

Capsule dose can be titrated according to renal function, side effects and patient tolerance.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once a day for 21 days, then stop for 7 days. This is one cycle of treatment. Continue taking your medication as prescribed by your doctor.

Swallow the capsules whole with a glass of water. Do not open, break, crush, chew or otherwise manipulate the capsules more than necessary. If you touch any of the powder from the capsule with your skin, wash with soap and water.

Possible Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Headache
• Weakness
• Fever
• Anemia
• Neutropenia
• Difficulty breathing
• Allergic reactions
• Mouth sores
• Constipation

Safety Advise:

🫀 Liver

During prolonged therapy, monitor liver function tests, especially in patients with liver disease, because paclitaxel can increase liver enzymes. You should speak with your health care provider.

🩺 Kidney

Dose adjustment is required in renal impairment. Please consult your health professional.

🤰 Pregnancy

Pomalidomide is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If pomalidomide is used during pregnancy, the possible benefit must be greater than the possible risk to the fetus. If you are pregnant and you have questions about taking pomalidomide, talk to your doctor. Please talk to your healthcare professional.

🤱 Breast Feeding

Caution is advised when breastfeeding as the drug can pass into breast milk. Please discuss with your healthcare provider.

🍷 Alcohol

It is unknown how safe Pomide 2mg capsule is to use with alcohol. Consult your doctor.

Storage Instructions:

Store at room temperature (below 25°C) protected from light and moisture. Do not allow children to handle it.

References

1. Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. POMALYST (Pomalidomide) Capsules: Highlights of Prescribing Information, Including Boxed Warning. U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
2. San Miguel J, Weisel K, Moreau P, et al. Pomalidomide Plus Low-Dose Dexamethasone versus High-Dose Dexamethasone Alone for Patients with Relapsed and Refractory Multiple Myeloma. The Lancet Oncology. 2013;14(11):1055-1066.
3. Richardson PG, Siegel DS, Vij R, et al. Pomalidomide Alone or in Combination with Low-Dose Dexamethasone in Relapsed and Refractory Multiple Myeloma. Blood. 2014;123(12):1826-1832.
4. Brunton LL, Knollmann BC, eds. Goodman & Gilman’s The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 14th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill Education.
5. Tripathi KD. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. 8th ed. New Delhi: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers.

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Manufacturer Details

Name: Hetero Healthcare Limited

Address: S.no: 80-84, Melange towers, PatrikaNagar, Madhapur, Hyderabad. Telangana-500081.

Country of origin: India