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Proper Use
Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. Also, do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your doctor first.
It is very important that you understand the requirements of the RevAssist® program, and become familiar with the RevAssist® educational materials and Patient Medication Guide. Direct any questions to your doctor or pharmacist before starting lenalidomide therapy. .
You should take the necessary precautions to avoid pregnancy while taking lenalidomide. Use one highly effective form of birth control plus an additional effective form of birth control at the same time, if abstinence is not the chosen method. Begin this 4 weeks before starting lenalidomide and continue it for 4 weeks after stopping the medication.
There is a telephone survey and patient registry that you must participate in while taking lenalidomide. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about what you need to do.
Swallow the capsule whole, do not break, chew, or open it.
It is important that you have blood tests at regular intervals. Keep all appointments with your doctor for the tests.
It is important that you have pregnancy tests at regular intervals.
Male patients, even those who have had a vasectomy, must use a latex condom during sexual contact with a female patient.
Male patients: Do not donate semen or sperm while taking lenalidomide.
Do not donate blood while taking lenalidomide.
You should not share this medication with anyone, even if someone else has similar symptoms.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
- For oral dosage form (capsules):
- For anemia in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome:
- Adults—10 milligrams (mg) once a day, taken with water. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For multiple myeloma:
- Adults—25 milligrams (mg) once a day, taken with water. This medicine may be taken together with dexamethasone. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
- Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
- For anemia in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome:
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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 dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
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