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Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule

Salt Composition: POMALIDOMIDE

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Categories: Oncology

Conditions: Anti Cancer

Product Introduction

Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule is a chemotherapy medicine containing pomalidomide as the active ingredient. It is classified as an immunomodulatory agent and is indicated for the treatment of multiple myeloma in adults. Multiple myeloma is a malignancy primarily affecting plasma cells, a type of white blood cell. In this condition, plasma cells proliferate uncontrollably and accumulate within the bone marrow, leading to bone and kidney damage.

Common adverse effects associated with Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule include shortness of breath, tiredness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, back and bone pain, dizziness, tremor, upper respiratory tract infection, sleeping difficulties, loss of appetite, lack of energy, muscle spasms, muscle weakness, numbness, tingling or burning sensation, low potassium levels in the blood, and anaemia. Inform your doctor if these side effects occur or persist.

Inform your medical professional if you have an allergy to Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule or any of its ingredients. Additionally, disclose to your doctor if you have high cholesterol levels, heart disorders, breathing problems, blood clot disorders, hepatitis B infection, neuropathy (pain in the hands or feet caused by nerve damage), or if you smoke, prior to commencing this chemotherapy medicine.

Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age.

Uses

Treatment of Multiple myeloma

How it works

Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule works 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)

How to Use

Always take Pomabuzz 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

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

Expert Tips

It is recommended to take effective birth control for at least 4 weeks before beginning treatment, during treatment, and at least 4 weeks after stopping Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule treatment. Women who are pregnant or suspect they may be pregnant should not use this medication. Handle this medication with disposable gloves since it may come into contact with the skin. Do not share Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule with others even if they have the same symptoms as you have, since it may cause birth defects and other serious problems. It is advised to refrain from donating blood or sperm both during treatment and for seven days after treatment with this drug.

References

  1. Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharma EEIG, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on Feb 2022] [ Accessed on 28 Nov 2022], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1262.pdf
  2. 2.Celgene corporation, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on Dec 2017] [ Accessed on 28 Nov 2022], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/204026s019lbl.pdf
  3. 3.Rafael Rios-Tamayo et al; Pomabuzz 4mg Capsulein the treatment of multiple myeloma: design, development and place in therapy; Drug Design, Development and Therapy; Published on 28/08/2017; Accessed on 28/09/2022; https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28860711

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: unsafe Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine.

Lungs: Consult your doctor Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule should be used with caution in severe kidney disease patients. A dose adjustment is required based on the condition.

Breastfeeding: unsafe It is not recommended to use during breastfeeding as it is not known if the Pomabuzz 2mg Capsule passes into breast milk and harms the baby.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS