Introduction

Lenvima 10mg Capsule is composed of the active ingredient Lenvatinib. It is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor indicated for progressive or advanced thyroid cancer when radioactive iodine therapy is not beneficial. It is also used to treat previously untreated liver cancer patients who are not eligible for surgical treatment.

Anaplastic Thyroid Carcinoma (advanced thyroid cancer) usually occurs in patients above 60 years of age. It is characterized by an enlarged and hard thyroid gland and hoarseness in the voice due to paralysis of the nerve in the voice box. Hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) develops due to preexisting liver conditions such as cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis B infection.

Patients who have had an allergic reaction to Lenvima 10mg Capsule or any of its components should not take this medication. Patients should inform their dentist or oral surgeon that they are taking Lenvima 10mg Capsule, as it can impair wound healing and increase the risk of bleeding.

Uses

• Certain types of advanced thyroid cancer
• Advanced liver cancer
• Certain types of kidney cancer
• Endometrial cancer

Side Effects

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

Serious:

• Feeling numb or weak on one side of the body
• Severe headache
• Fever
• Confusion
• Difficulty speaking
• Vision changes
• Dizziness
• Chest pain or pressure
• Pain in arms, jaw, neck, or back
• Breathing problems
• Severe stomach pain
• Blood clot formation
• Blood in stools or coughing blood
• Liver problems
• Pain or soreness in the mouth, teeth, or jaw

Common:

• High or low blood pressure
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, or indigestion
• Tiredness
• Hoarse voice
• Leg swelling
• Rashes
• Pain in joints or muscles
• Hair loss
• Sleeplessness
• Protein in urine, frequent urination
• Low potassium, magnesium, and calcium levels in the blood
• Dehydration
• Skin problems
• Gallbladder inflammation
• Increase in cholesterol, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and digestive enzymes
• Delayed wound healing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)