| Strength | 4 mg |
| Country of Origin | Made in India |
| Form | Capsule |
| Brand | POMCAD 4MG |
| Packaging Size | 21 Capsules |
| Manufactured by | CADILA PHARMACEUTICALS LTD |
| Composition | Pomalidomide |
| Treatment | Treatment of Multiple myeloma. |
Minimum order quantity: 10 Bottle
Pomcad (Pomalidomide 4mg) Capsule
Introduction to Pomcad 4mg Capsule
Pomcad 4mg Capsule is a chemotherapy medicine containing the active constituent Pomalidomide. It belongs to the group of medications known as Immuno modulatory 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 associate with Pomcad 4mg Capsule are shortness of breath, tiredness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, 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 anemia. Inform your doctor if these side effects disturb or persist in you.
Inform your medical professional if you are allergic to Pomcad 4mg 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 smoke before taking this chemotherapy medicine. It is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age.
Uses of Pomcad 4mg Capsule
• Treatment of Multiple myeloma.
Therapeutic Effects of Pomcad 4mg Capsule
Pomcad 4mg 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).
Interaction of Pomcad 4mg Capsule with other drugs
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 Pomcad 4mg Capsule and can cause potential side effects.
More Information about Pomcad 4mg Capsule
• Keep Pomcad 4mg Capsule out of sight and reach of children.
• Store at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C.
How to consume Pomcad 4mg Capsule
Always take Pomcad 4mg Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medicine with or without food. Swallow the Capsule as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew the Capsule.
Side Effects of Pomcad 4mg Capsule
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious:
Low white blood cells
Bleeding or bruising
Severe or bloody diarrhea
Blood clots (chest or leg pain, swelling)
Severe liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes, dark-brow color 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
Diarrhea, 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
Anemia