Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lenshil 4mg Capsule
Description:
Lenshil 4mg Capsule is an oral receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor used in the treatment of thyroid cancer.
Lenshil 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 decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include tiredness, joint pain, muscle pain, nausea, and vomiting. It might also cause severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, and difficult talking. If happens, your doctor may checked you for blood pressure as these might be symptom of high blood pressure. If you experience severe diarrhea, then consult with your doctor or drink plenty of fluids. Let your doctor know about severe abdominal pain or black, tarry, or bloody stools as it might be symptoms of bleeding disorder. You may be asked for some blood tests to check for liver, kidney, and level of thyroid stimulating hormones.
Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if 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 healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Employ of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Directions For Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Lenshil 4mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
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
Ordinary side effects of Lenshil
- Bleeding
- Cough
- Decreased appetite
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Hoarseness of voice
- Itching
- Joint pain
- Mouth sore
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
- Peripheral edema
- Rash
- Skin peeling
- Stomach pain
- Fatiguedness
- Vomiting
- Weight loss
Warning & Precautions:
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lenshil 4mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lenshil 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lenshil 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.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lenshil 4mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Lenshil 4mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lenshil 4mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Lenshil 4mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lenshil 4mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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