Lenvima

Alternate Name: Lenvima

Dosage Form: Box

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Antineoplastic Agent

Generic Available: No

Strength: 10 MG

Warnings: Oral routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can bear children, your doctor may give you a pregnancy test before you start using this medicine to make sure you are not pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 30 days after your last dose. Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for at least 1 week after the last dose. Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bleeding problems, heart disease, heart rhythm problems, stomach or bowel problems, dental problems, high blood pressure, or a history of heart attack, blood clots, or stroke. Oral routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment. This medicine may cause the following problems:High blood pressureIncreased risk for heart problems, heart failure, heart attack, stroke, blood clots, or bleeding problemsLiver problemsKidney problemsStomach or bowel perforation (tear or hole)Heart rhythm problems, including QT prolongationReversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS) Tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine. This medicine may cause slow wound healing or a serious jaw bone problem (osteonecrosis). You may need to stop using it for at least 1 week before surgery or dental work or at least 2 weeks after having major surgery. This medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone. Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Food Warnings: Some medicines can affect how lenvatinib works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Medicine to treat bone problems (including denosumab)Medicine which may cause heart rhythm problemsThyroid medicines, Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, liver disease, bleeding problems, heart disease, heart rhythm problems, stomach problems, high blood pressure, or a history of heart attack, blood clots, or stroke., Oral routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment., This medicine may cause the following problems:High blood pressure or changes in heart rhythmIncreased risk for heart problems, heart attack, stroke, blood clots, or bleeding problemsLiver problemsKidney damageGastrointestinal perforation (hole in your digestive system)Reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS), This medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Your doctor will also check your blood pressure on a regular basis., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.