Lenvima 4mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Lenvima 4mg Capsule is used to treat certain types of cancers like differentiated thyroid cancer, liver cancer, kidney cancer, and endometrial cancer. It works by blocking specific proteins that promote cancer cell growth and spread, and reducing tumor size in affected individuals.
Lenvima 4mg Capsule can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will determine the right dose and how often you should take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for. The dosage may change over time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects.
Common side effects of this medicine include high blood pressure, bleeding, and diarrhea. It might also cause severe headaches and loss of appetite. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor. They may be able to suggest ways to manage the side effects.
Before taking Lenvima 4mg Capsule, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect or be affected by this medicine, so let your doctor know about all the medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before starting this medicine, as it may cause harm to the developing baby.
Uses of Lenvima Capsule
Benefits of Lenvima Capsule
In Treatment of Differentiated Thyroid cancer
Lenvima 4mg Capsule is used when thyroid cancer no longer responds to radioactive iodine treatment. It helps slow down the growth and spread of the cancer, which can shrink tumors and reduce symptoms. This allows patients to live more comfortably and may delay the need for stronger treatments.
In Treatment of Kidney cancer
Lenvima 4mg Capsule, when used in combination with other anticancer medicines, is used to treat kidney cancer. This combination helps slow the growth and spread of cancer cells, which can contribute to improved treatment outcomes. It may help patients live longer and maintain a better quality of life during therapy.
In Liver cancer
Lenvima 4mg Capsule is used to treat liver cancer when surgery is not possible. It helps control the disease by slowing its progression and reducing tumor size, which can improve survival and ease symptoms. This gives patients better disease management and helps maintain their quality of life.
In Treatment of Endometrial cancer
Lenvima 4mg Capsule is used in the treatment of certain types of endometrial cancer, especially when the disease has spread or returned after initial therapy. It may help in managing the condition by slowing disease progression and is often used in combination with other treatments based on clinical guidance.
Side effects of Lenvima Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lenvima
- High blood pressure
- Diarrhea
- Increased bleeding tendency
How to use Lenvima Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Lenvima 4mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Lenvima Capsule works
Lenvima 4mg Capsule is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking the oxygen and nutrient supply to cancer cells, due to which they stop growing. And Lenvima 4mg Capsule helps in treating thyroid cancer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lenvima 4mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lenvima 4mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lenvima 4mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lenvima 4mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lenvima 4mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lenvima 4mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lenvima 4mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lenvima 4mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lenvima Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Lenvima 4mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure, such as severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, nausea, or vomiting.
- It may cause serious bleeding problems. Inform your doctor if you get headaches or stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
- Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinoline Carboxamides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Lenvima with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Amiodarone with Lenvatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Pimozide with Lenvatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Haloperidol with Lenvatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Sotalol with Lenvatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Thioridazine with Lenvatinib.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Lenvima Capsule for?
Others
71%
Thyroid cance*
29%
*Thyroid cancer
How much was the improvement?
Poor
50%
Average
33%
Excellent
17%
What were the side-effects while using Lenvima 4mg Capsule?
Nausea
33%
Decreased app*
33%
Muscle pain
17%
Joint pain
17%
*Decreased appetite
How do you take Lenvima Capsule?
With food
67%
With or witho*
33%
*With or without food
Please rate Lenvima 4mg Capsule on price
Expensive
100%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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- Lenvatinib [Prescribing Information]. Woodcliff Lake, NJ: Eisai Inc.; 2019. [Accessed 05 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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- Lenvatinib [Prescribing Information]. Mississauga, ON: Eisai Ltd.; 2024. [Accessed 21 Apr. 2025] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Eisai Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd
Address: 1st Floor, B Wing,Marwah Centre, Krishanlal Marwah Marg, Andheri ( East ), Mumbai - 400072, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Lenvima 4mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Lenvima 4mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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