Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. Also, do not stop taking this medicine without first checking with your doctor.

It is very important that you understand the rules of the Lenalidomide REMS program. Read the patient Medication Guide. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. You might be asked to sign a form to show that you understand the information.

Swallow the capsule whole with water. Do not break, chew, or open it. If you accidentally open the capsule and have contact with the powder, wash your skin with soap and clear water. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse them well with water.

Take this medicine at the same way each day. Take it at the same time and take it consistently, either with or without food.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

  • For oral dosage form (capsules):
    • For anemia in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome:
      • Adults—At first, 10 milligrams (mg) once a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    • For follicular lymphoma or marginal zone lymphoma:
      • Adults—At first, 20 milligrams (mg) once a day. This medicine is taken on Days 1 to 21 of repeated 28-day cycles for up to 12 cycles. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    • For mantle cell lymphoma:
      • Adults—At first, 25 milligrams (mg) once a day. This medicine is taken on Days 1 to 21 of repeated 28-day cycles. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    • For multiple myeloma after stem cell transplant:
      • Adults—At first, 10 milligrams (mg) once a day. This medicine is taken on Days 1 to 28 of repeated 28-day cycles. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    • For multiple myeloma in combination with dexamethasone:
      • Adults—At first, 25 milligrams (mg) once a day. This medicine is taken on Days 1 to 21 of repeated 28-day cycles. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

If you miss a dose of this medicine and it is less than 12 hours since your regular time, take it as soon as you can, then take your next dose at the normal time. If you miss a dose and it is more than 12 hours since your regular time, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the normal time.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Return unused capsules to your doctor or pharmacist.