Pomalirel 2mg Capsule is a chemotherapy medicine containing the active constituent Pomalidomide. It belongs to the group of medications known as immunomodulatory agents. It is used to treat multiple myeloma in adults. Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer mainly affecting certain white blood cells called plasma cells. These cells grow uncontrolled and accumulate in the bone marrow, damaging the bones and kidneys.

The common side effects that are likely to be associated with Pomalirel 2mg Capsuleare shortness of breath, tiredness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, back and bone pain, dizziness, tremor, upper respiratory tract infection, sleeping trouble, loss of appetite, lack of energy, muscle spasms, muscle weakness, numbness, tingling or burning sensation, the low potassium level in the blood, and anaemia. Inform your doctor if these side effects disturb or persist in you.

Inform your medical professional if you are allergic to the Pomalirel 2mg Capsuleand its ingredients. Also, inform your doctor if you have high cholesterol levels, heart disorders, breathing problems, blood clot disorders, hepatitis B infection, neuropathy (Pain in hands or feet caused by nerve damage), or smoke before taking this chemotherapy medicine. It is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age.

Treatment of Multiple myeloma

Pomalirel 2mg Capsuleworks by stimulating the immune system to attack the cancer cells, stopping the formation of blood vessels supplying the cancer cells, and preventing the growth of cancer cells (myeloma cells).

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements and herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

• Keep Pomalirel 2mg Capsule out of sight and reach of children.

• Store at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C.

Always take Pomalirel 2mg Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medicine with or without food. Swallow the capsules as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew the capsules.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

• Low white blood cells

• Bleeding or bruising

• Severe or bloody diarrhoea

• Blood clots (chest or leg pain, swelling)

• Severe liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes, dark-brow colour urine, abdominal Pain)

• Severe allergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing)

Common:

• Shortness of breath

• Tiredness, weakness

• Nausea, vomiting

• Dizziness, tremor

• Low potassium level in the blood (hypokalaemia)

• Back pain, bone pain

• Diarrhea, constipation

• Upper respiratory tract infection

• High blood sugar levels

• Loss of appetite, lack of energy

• Trouble sleeping

• Muscle spasms, muscle weakness

• Numbness, tingling, or burning sensation in the skin, Pain in hands or feet

• Anemia

• Use effective birth control for at least 4 weeks before starting treatment, during treatment, and for at least 4 weeks after stopping the medication.

• Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant.

• Handle the medication with disposable gloves to avoid skin contact.

• Do not share Pomalirel 2mg Capsule with others, even if they have similar symptoms, as it may cause birth defects and other serious health risks.