Product Description
Lenvaxen Capsules 4mg contain lenvatinib, a targeted therapy for treating specific advanced cancers. It works by inhibiting proteins that promote tumor growth and the formation of new blood vessels, helping to slow the progression of cancer.
Product Overview
Product Name: Lenvaxen Capsules 4mg
Product Form: Capsules
Pack Size: 30's
Manufactured By: Everest Pharmaceuticals
Used For: Differentiated thyroid cancer, renal cell carcinoma, hepatocellular carcinoma
Prescription Required: Yes
How It Works
Lenvatinib blocks multiple enzymes (kinases) involved in cancer cell proliferation and angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation). By targeting these pathways, it slows tumor growth, reduces cancer spread, and enhances the effectiveness of combination therapies in advanced or refractory cancers.
Key Benefits
Helps manage thyroid cancer that is resistant to radioactive iodine therapy.
Supports treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma.
Slows tumor progression and stabilizes disease in advanced cancers.
Blocks formation of new blood vessels that tumors need to survive.
How to Use
Take Lenvaxen exactly as prescribed by your oncologist.
Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not crush or chew.
Follow the dosing schedule provided by your doctor and never change the dose without medical guidance.
Side Effects and Precautions
Common Side Effects
Gastrointestinal issues: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Fatigue
Decreased appetite
Hand-foot syndrome (redness, swelling, pain in hands and feet)
Proteinuria (high protein levels in urine)
Serious or Less Common Side Effects
Liver toxicity: elevated liver enzymes or liver dysfunction
Bleeding or clotting complications
Precautions
Regularly monitor blood pressure during treatment.
Liver and kidney function should be monitored with routine blood tests.
Inform your healthcare provider about all medications and supplements to avoid drug interactions.
Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Use caution if you have open wounds or are undergoing surgery, as lenvatinib may impair wound healing.
Who Should Use
Patients with differentiated thyroid cancer resistant to radioactive iodine therapy, advanced renal cell carcinoma, or hepatocellular carcinoma, under the supervision of an oncology specialist.
Storage Instructions
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Keep out of reach of children and use before the expiry date.
Disclaimer
This medication must be used under strict medical supervision. The information provided does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your oncologist for diagnosis, treatment planning, and correct dosing instructions.
