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Pomavia 4mg Strip Of 21 Capsules

21 Capsule(s) in Strip

MRP16432.00

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Pomalidomide(4.0 Mg)
Uses
Cancer
Therapy
Anti-neoplastic
Side effects
Dizziness, fatigue, constipation, infection
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Pomavia Capsule is an immunomodulatory medicine. It modulates the immune system. Pomavia is used to treat white blood cell cancer along with dexamethasone in patient who have been treated earlier with two other therapies. After completion of the prior two therapies, the disease has still progressed. It contains pomalidomide as active ingredient. This medicine modulates and strengthens the immune system. It kills and inhibits the growth of cancer cells thereby prevents the spread of cancer. Take Pomavia as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Pomavia Capsule should be avoided if you are pregnany or planning pregnancy.

Uses

Used to treat cancer of white blood cell in patients who have been treated with two therapies, including lenalidomide and bortezomib (proteasome inhibitor), the disease has progressed after completion of the prior treatment.

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to pomalidomide or any other ingredient of Pomavia Capsule.
  • If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or of a child bearing age.

Side effects

  • Fatigue
  • Constipation
  • Vomiting
  • Pnemonia
  • Anaemia
  • Decreased blood count
  • Dizziness
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Nausea
  • Rash

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Pomavia Capsule should not be used during pregnancy as it may cause serious harm to the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are planning pregnancy while on this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

It is not known if the component of Pomavia passes into the breastmilk. It is advised to avoid breastfeeding while on this medicine.

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Driving

You should avoid driving as you feel fatigue, dizzy, sleepy after taking Pomavia Capsule.

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Alcohol

No, you should not consume alcohol while on Pomavia as it may worsen the side effect. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are above 50 years of age, menopausal or of a non-child bearing age.
  • You are using any knid of contraceptive method.
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • You have heart disease or conditions, blood clot in the body.
  • You have thyroid, blood disorder.
  • You have viral reactivation or visual disturbance such as cataract.
  • You have kidney or liver damage.
  • You experience any allergic reaction after taking Pomavia.
  • You have or experience tingling sensation or numbness of the extremities.
  • You have or had any kind of cancer or cancer lysis.
  • You have any active infection.
  • You feel sleepy or dizzy.
  • You are smoking, as smoking may reduce the effectiveness of Pomavia.
  • Pomavia should not be used for children below 18 years of age.

Directions for Use

  • Pomavia Capsule is to be taken as advised by the doctor.
  • Take the medicine with a glass of water.
  • Take the medicine at a fixed time every day for optimal results.

Storage and disposal

  • Store Pomavia Capsule at room temperature in a cool and dry place away from heat and moisture.
  • Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Pomavia contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Pomavia Capsule may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

  • Pomalidomide acts by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of cancer cells and stops cancer cells from making their own blood vessels. Thus, kills the cancer cells.
  • It works by killing the abnormal cells in the bone marrow and helps to produce healthy normal blood cells.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines affects the way the Pomavia Capsule works or Pomavia itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Inform the doctor about other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking to avoid possible interactions.
  • Especially you are taking oral contraceptive medicines, blood thinners, anti-allergic medicine, other cancer medicine, antifungal, antibiotic or medicine used to treat brain related disorder.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do not stop taking Pomavia Capsule until and unless your doctor advises you. If you stop taking this medicine, it can lead to an incomplete killing of cancer cells and thus increase the risk of the reoccurence of cancer. The doctor will gradually decrease the dose as per the need.

No, Pomavia is not a steroid medicine. It is an anti-cancer medicine used to treat white blood cell cancer and other medicine.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:POMAVIA

Manufacturer Name:LUPIN

Address:<p>1. Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India</p>

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Pomavia 4 MG Capsule (21) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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