Redemide 50mg Capsule is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and lepra reaction. This medicine belongs to a group of medicines which affect how your immune system works.
Redemide 50mg Capsule should be taken in the exact dose and duration recommended by the doctor. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. Earlier taking Redemide 50mg Capsule inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart disease. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check number of blood cells during your treatment. It may reduce white blood cells thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections.
Ordinary side effects of this medicine include nausea, rash, breathlessness, dizziness, edema (swelling), fatigue, and confusion. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bothers you or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or prevent them. You should not drive or operate machinery as Redemide 50mg Capsule may makes you feel sleepy. Women or men who are undergoing treatment should use effective contraception method and avoid pregnancy till doctor recommends it.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Redemide 50mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
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 Redemide
Nausea
Rash
Pantingness
Dizziness
Edema (swelling)
Chubbyigue
Muscle weakness
Apprehension
Confusion
Constipation
Tremors
Sensory neuropathy
Alter in body weight
Thromboembolism
Muscle pain
Anaphylactic reaction
Decreased potassium level in blood
Headache
Sleepiness
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Redemide 50mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Redemide 50mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Perceivek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Redemide 50mg 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
UNSAFE
Redemide 50mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. You may experience side effects, such as dizziness, tiredness, sleepiness or blurred vision with Redemide 50mg Capsule and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Redemide 50mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Redemide 50mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Redemide 50mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Redemide 50mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
What is Redemide 50mg Capsule used for?
Redemide 50mg Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. It is also used to treat moderate to severe skin lesions caused by leprosy (erythema nodosum leprosum).
Can Redemide 50mg Capsule cause birth defects?
Affirmative, Redemide 50mg Capsule can cause severe birth defects or death of an unborn baby. Even a single dose during pregnancy can be dangerous. Women must use two reliable forms of birth control before, during, and after treatment, and undergo frequent pregnancy testing.
Is Redemide 50mg Capsule safe for use in women who are pregnant or may become pregnant?
No, Redemide 50mg Capsule must never be used during pregnancy. Women of childbearing potential must follow strict pregnancy prevention programs and avoid pregnancy for at least four weeks before starting and four weeks after stopping the medicine.
What are the serious side effects of Redemide 50mg Capsule?
Earnest side effects of Redemide 50mg Capsule include severe blood clots, nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy), low white blood cell count, liver problems, and serious skin rashes such as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Medical help should be sought immediately if any of these occur.
Who should not take Redemide 50mg Capsule?
Individuals should not take Redemide 50mg Capsule if they are pregnant, breastfeeding, or unable to follow the birth control requirements. People allergic to Redemide 50mg Capsule or who have had serious blood clots or nerve damage should consult a doctor before use.
What precautions should be taken to avoid nerve damage from Redemide 50mg Capsule?
Tolerants should be regularly monitored for numbness, tingling, or pain in the hands and feet during Redemide 50mg Capsule treatment. If signs of nerve damage appear, the doctor may reduce the dose or stop the medicine to prevent permanent nerve problems.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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