Uses / Indications:
Multiple Myeloma (with dexamethasone) in people who have not responded to previous treatments
Off-label uses: It may be investigated for other hematologic malignancies or refractory cancers under medical supervision, however this is not usual practice.
Pregnancy interaction:
Pomalong 1mg The capsule has Pomalidomide, which is an immunomodulatory drug that is mostly used to treat multiple myeloma, a kind of blood cancer.
Pregnancy: Pomalidomide is absolutely not safe to take during pregnancy. It can cause serious birth abnormalities or the death of the fetus. Women who could get pregnant must use two dependable forms of birth control for at least four weeks before, during, and four weeks after treatment.
Breastfeeding: It is not known if Pomalidomide gets into breast milk, so it is best to avoid breastfeeding while taking the drug because it could be harmful to the baby.
⚠️ Warning: Pomalidomide is similar in structure to Thalidomide, which is known to cause birth defects. You should never use it while pregnant.
Expert advice:
Do not give blood or sperm for 7 days after treatment and throughout treatment.
Use two effective methods of birth control (for both men and women who can have children).
Stay away from women who are pregnant or who might become pregnant.
You need to have blood tests every so often to check your white blood cell (WBC) and platelet counts.
Tell your doctor right away if you have trouble breathing, a fever, strange bruises, or bleeding.
If you feel weary or dizzy, don't drive or use heavy machinery.
Side Effects:
Tiredness
Diarrhea or constipation
Feeling sick or throwing up
Not wanting to eat
Chills or fever
Low blood cell counts, like anemia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia
Serious side effects include:
Deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism are two types of blood clots.
Infections that are quite bad
Reactions to allergies (rash, edema, trouble breathing)
Peripheral neuropathy, which makes your hands and feet feel numb or tingly
If you have chest pain, trouble breathing, or a severe skin response, you should go to the doctor very once.
How to use:
Take the capsule by mouth with a glass of water, with or without meals.
Do not crush or open the capsule; just swallow it whole.
Every day, take it at the same time.
Take the precise amount of medicine that your oncologist tells you to.
Don't stop or adjust the dose without talking to your doctor beforehand.
How it works:
Pomalidomide changes how the immune system works and stops abnormal cells in the bone marrow from growing. It:
Encourages immune cells to kill myeloma cells
Stops the growth of blood vessels that feed tumors
Stops cancer cells from growing and spreading
This immunomodulatory and anti-angiogenic action work together to slow the growth of multiple myeloma.
Faq for medicine:
What is the Pomalong 1mg Capsule used for?
It is used to treat multiple myeloma in people who have already had at least two therapies (including lenalidomide and bortezomib) and whose disease has gotten worse during or after therapy.
Q2. Is it safe for pregnant women to consume Pomalong 1mg Capsule?
No. It is absolutely forbidden during pregnancy because it might cause serious birth defects.
Q3. Is it safe for kids to use Pomalong?
No. Not for kids or teens under 18 years old.
Q4. Is it better to take Pomalong with food or without it?
You can take it with or without food, but it's best to do it at the same time every day.
Q5. What should I do if I forget a dose?
If you forget to take a dose for less than 12 hours, take it as soon as you remember. If more than 12 hours have gone by, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular routine. Don't take twice the dose.
Medicine interaction:
Pomalong 1mg Capsule may interact with a number of medications, such as:
CYP1A2 inhibitors/inducers (e.g., ciprofloxacin, fluvoxamine)
Dexamethasone (given at the same time as treatment for myeloma; needs to be watched closely)
Anticoagulants (warfarin, heparin) - higher chance of bleeding
Hormonal birth control may not work as well.
Always tell your doctor about any herbal products, vitamins, or prescriptions you are taking.
