Ingredient

Lenalidomide Hydrate

Lenalidomide monohydrate is an immunomodulatory chemotherapy agent used in the treatment of blood cancers.

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MFDS ingredient code M263493

What does it do?

Lenalidomide monohydrate is a synthetic compound that exerts immunomodulatory effects, primarily used in the treatment of blood cancers such as multiple myeloma. This ingredient helps inhibit the growth of cancer cells and activates the immune system.

Lenalidomide monohydrate alters the microenvironment around cancer cells, inhibiting their proliferation. It also activates immune cells, enhancing the body's natural defenses and assisting in the attack on cancer cells.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Lenalidomide is an advanced component from the existing thalidomide class of drugs, exhibiting stronger immunomodulatory and anticancer effects. Managing side effects is important, and its use during pregnancy is prohibited.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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