Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient
Lenalidomide Krka 2.5mg hard capsulesEFG
Lenalidomide Krka 5mg hard capsulesEFG
Lenalidomide Krka 7.5mg hard capsulesEFG
Lenalidomide Krka 10mg hard capsulesEFG
Lenalidomide Krka 15mg hard capsulesEFG
Lenalidomide Krka 20mg hard capsulesEFG
Lenalidomide Krka 25mg hard capsulesEFG
lenalidomide
What is Lenalidomide Krka
Lenalidomide Krka contains the active substance “lenalidomide”. This medicine belongs to a group of medicines that affect how the immune system works.
Lenalidomide Krka is used in adults to:
Multple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects a specific type of white blood cell called plasma cells. These cells build up in the bone marrow and multiply out of control. This can damage the bones and kidneys.
Multple myeloma usually has no cure. However, the signs and symptoms can be greatly reduced or may disappear for a period of time. This is called “remission”.
Newly diagnosed multple myeloma: in patients who have undergone a bone marrow transplant Lenalidomide Krka is used as maintenance treatment after recovering from a bone marrow transplant.
Newly diagnosed multple myeloma: in patients who cannot be treated with a bone marrow transplant
Lenalidomide Krka is taken with other medicines, including:
You will take these medicines at the start of treatment and then continue to take Lenalidomide Krka alone.
If you are 75 years or older or have moderate to severe kidney problems, your doctor will monitor you closely before starting treatment.
Multple myeloma: in patients previously treated
Lenalidomide Krka is taken with an anti-inflammatory called “dexamethasone”.
Lenalidomide Krka can delay the worsening of multple myeloma symptoms. It has also been shown to delay the return of multple myeloma after treatment.
MDS are a group of many different blood and bone marrow disorders. The blood cells become abnormal and do not work properly. Patients may experience a variety of signs and symptoms including low red blood cell count (anemia), the need for blood transfusions, and the risk of infection.
Lenalidomide Krka is used to treat adult patients diagnosed with MDS, when all of the following apply:
Lenalidomide Krka can increase the number of healthy red blood cells your body produces by reducing the number of abnormal cells:
MCL is a cancer of a part of the immune system (lymphatic tissue). It affects a type of white blood cell called “B lymphocytes” or B cells. MCL is a disease in which B cells grow out of control and build up in lymphatic tissue, bone marrow, or blood.
Lenalidomide Krka is used alone to treat adult patients who have previously been treated with other medicines.
FL is a slow-growing cancer that affects B lymphocytes. These are a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infection. When someone has FL, they may have too many of these B lymphocytes in their blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, and spleen.
Lenalidomide Krka is used with another medicine called “rituximab” to treat adult patients who have previously been treated for follicular lymphoma.
Lenalidomide Krka works by affecting the immune system and directly attacking cancer cells. It works in several ways:
You must read the package leaflet of all medicines you will take in combination with Lenalidomide Krka before you start treatment with Lenalidomide Krka.
Do not take Lenalidomide Krka
If any of these conditions apply to you, do not take Lenalidomide Krka. If you are in doubt, talk to your doctor.
Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before you start taking Lenalidomide Krka if:
If any of these conditions apply to you, inform your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before you start treatment.
At any time, during or after treatment, tell your doctor or nurse immediately if you:
Before you start treatment with Lenalidomide Krka and during treatment, you will have regular blood tests. This is because Lenalidomide Krka can cause a decrease in the blood cells that help fight infections (white blood cells) and those that help the blood to clot (platelets).
Your doctor will ask you to have a blood test:
You may be evaluated for signs of heart and lung problems before and during treatment with lenalidomide.
For patients with MDS who take Lenalidomide Krka
If you have MDS, you may be more likely to develop a more advanced disease called acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Additionally, it is not known how Lenalidomide Krka affects the chances of developing AML. Your doctor may therefore have you undergo tests to detect signs that may predict a higher chance of developing AML during treatment with Lenalidomide Krka.
For patients with MCL who take Lenalidomide Krka
Your doctor will ask you to have a blood test:
For patients with FL who take Lenalidomide Krka
Your doctor will ask you to have a blood test:
Your doctor may check if you have a high total tumor burden in your body, including the bone marrow. This could lead to a condition in which the tumors break down and produce abnormal levels of chemicals in the blood, which can lead to kidney failure (this condition is called “tumor lysis syndrome”).
Your doctor may examine you to check for changes in your skin, such as red spots or skin rashes.
Your doctor may adjust your dose of Lenalidomide Krka or interrupt your treatment, depending on the results of your blood tests and your overall condition. If you are a newly diagnosed patient, your doctor may also evaluate your treatment based on your age and any other conditions you may have.
You must not donate blood during treatment or for at least 7 days after the end of treatment.
Lenalidomide Krka is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years.
If you are 75 years or older or have moderate to severe kidney problems, your doctor will monitor you closely before starting treatment.
Other medicines and Lenalidomide Krka
Tell your doctor or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This is because Lenalidomide Krka can affect how other medicines work. Additionally, some medicines can affect how Lenalidomide Krka works.
In particular, tell your doctor or nurse if you are taking any of the following medicines:
Pregnancy, breastfeeding and contraception: information for women and men
Pregnancy
Women taking Lenalidomide Krka
Men taking Lenalidomide Krka
Do not breastfeed while taking Lenalidomide Krka, as it is not known if lenalidomide passes into breast milk.
For women taking Lenalidomide Krka
Before you start treatment, ask your doctor if you are able to become pregnant, even if you think this is unlikely.
If you can become pregnant:
And
For men taking Lenalidomide Krka
Lenalidomide Krka passes into human semen. If your partner is pregnant or may become pregnant and does not use effective contraception, you must use condoms during treatment and for at least 7 days after the end of treatment, even if you have had a vasectomy.
Do not drive or use machines if you feel dizzy, tired, drowsy, have vertigo or blurred vision after taking Lenalidomide Krka.
Lenalidomida Krka should be administered by a healthcare professional with experience in the treatment of multiple myeloma, MDS, CMML, or MF.
Follow the administration instructions for Lenalidomida Krka exactly as indicated by your doctor. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you are taking Lenalidomida Krka with other medications, you should consult the package insert of those other medications for additional information on their use and effects.
Treatment cycle
Lenalidomida Krka is taken on certain days during a period of 3 weeks (21 days).
Or
Lenalidomida Krka is taken on certain days during a period of 4 weeks (28 days).
Before starting treatment, your doctor will indicate:
Taking this medication
To remove the capsule from the blister:

Lenalidomida Krka is taken in treatment cycles, each cycle lasting 21 or 28 days (see "Treatment cycle" above). You should continue the treatment cycles until your doctor tells you to stop the treatment.
If you take more Lenalidomida Krka than prescribed, inform your doctor immediately.
If you forget to take Lenalidomida Krka at your usual time and:
If you have any other doubts about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medications, this medication can cause side effects, although not all people experience them.
Lenalidomida Krka may reduce the number of white blood cells that fight infections and also the cells in the blood that help the blood to clot (platelets), which can cause bleeding disorders such as nosebleeds and bruising. Lenalidomida Krka can also cause blood clots in the veins (thrombosis).
It is essential to note that a small number of patients may develop other types of cancer, and this risk may increase with treatment with Lenalidomida Krka. Therefore, your doctor should carefully evaluate the benefits and risks when prescribing Lenalidomida Krka.
Side effects very common(may affect more than 1 in 10 people):
Side effects common(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):
Side effects uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):
Side effects of unknown frequency(cannot be estimated from the available data):
Reporting side effects
If you experience any side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are possible side effects not listed in this package insert. You can also report them directly through the national reporting system included in Appendix V. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medication.
Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medication after the expiration date shown on the packaging after CAD. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.
This medication does not require special storage conditions.
Medications should not be disposed of through wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medications you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.
Lenalidomida Krka 2.5 mg hard capsules:
hypromellose, carrageenan (E407), potassium chloride (E508), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), indigotine (E132), printing ink (shellac (E904), black iron oxide (E172)).
Lenalidomida Krka 5 mg hard capsules:
Hypromellose, carrageenan (E407), potassium chloride (E508), titanium dioxide (E171), indigotine (E132), printing ink (shellac (E904), black iron oxide (E172)).
Lenalidomida Krka 7.5 mg hard capsules:
Hypromellose, carrageenan (E407), potassium chloride (E508), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), red iron oxide (E172), black iron oxide (E172), printing ink (shellac (E904), povidone, titanium dioxide (E171)).
Lenalidomida Krka 10 mg hard capsules:
Hypromellose, carrageenan (E407), potassium chloride (E508), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), red iron oxide (E172), black iron oxide (E172), indigotine (E132), printing ink (shellac (E904), povidone, titanium dioxide (E171)).
Lenalidomida Krka 15 mg hard capsules:
Hypromellose, carrageenan (E407), potassium chloride (E508), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), red iron oxide (E172), black iron oxide (E172), indigotine (E132), printing ink (shellac (E904), black iron oxide (E172)).
Lenalidomida Krka 20 mg hard capsules:
Hypromellose, carrageenan (E407), potassium chloride (E508), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), indigotine (E132), printing ink (shellac (E904), black iron oxide (E172)).
Lenalidomida Krka 25 mg hard capsules:
Hypromellose, carrageenan (E407), potassium chloride (E508), titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), red iron oxide (E172), black iron oxide (E172), printing ink (shellac (E904), povidone, titanium dioxide (E171)).
Appearance and packaging of the product
Lenalidomida Krka 2.5 mg hard capsules (capsules):
The cap of the capsule is green, the body of the capsule is green and bears the black imprint 2.5. The capsule contains a white to off-white or light brown powder. Size of the hard capsule: 4, length 14 ± 1 mm.
Lenalidomida Krka 5 mg hard capsules (capsules):
The cap of the capsule is blue, the body of the capsule is blue and bears the black imprint 5. The capsule contains a white to off-white or light brown powder. Size of the hard capsule: 2, length 18 ± 1 mm.
Lenalidomida Krka 7.5 mg hard capsules (capsules):
The cap of the capsule is brown, the body of the capsule is brown and bears the white imprint 7.5. The capsule contains a white to off-white or light brown powder. Size of the hard capsule: 1, length 19 ± 1 mm.
Lenalidomida Krka 10 mg hard capsules (capsules):
The cap of the capsule is green, the body of the capsule is brown and bears the white imprint 10. The capsule contains a white to off-white or light brown powder. Size of the hard capsule: 0, length 21 ± 1 mm.
Lenalidomida Krka 15 mg hard capsules (capsules):
The cap of the capsule is brown, the body of the capsule is blue and bears the black imprint 15. The capsule contains a white to off-white or light brown powder. Size of the hard capsule: 2, length 18 ± 1 mm.
Lenalidomida Krka 20 mg hard capsules (capsules):
The cap of the capsule is green, the body of the capsule is blue and bears the black imprint 20. The capsule contains a white to off-white or light brown powder. Size of the hard capsule: 1, length 19 ± 1 mm.
Lenalidomida Krka 25 mg hard capsules (capsules):
The cap of the capsule is brown, the body of the capsule is brown and bears the white imprint 25. The capsule contains a white to off-white or light brown powder. Size of the hard capsule: 0, length 21 ± 1 mm.
Lenalidomida Krka is available in boxes containing 7 x 1 or 21 x 1 hard capsules in unit dose precut blisters.
Only some pack sizes may be marketed.
KRKA, d.d., Novo mesto, Šmarješka cesta 6, 8501 Novo mesto, Slovenia
Manufacturer
KRKA, d.d., Novo mesto, Šmarješka cesta 6, 8501 Novo mesto, Slovenia
KRKA – FARMA d.o.o., V. Holjevca 20/E, 10450 Jastrebarsko, Croatia
TAD Pharma GmbH, Heinz-Lohmann-Straße 5, 27472 Cuxhaven, Germany
For further information about this medicinal product, please contact the local representative of the marketing authorisation holder:
Belgium KRKA Belgium, SA. Tel: + 32 (0) 487 50 73 62 | Lithuania UAB KRKA Lietuva Tel: + 370 5 236 27 40 |
Bulgaria KRKA Bulgaria EOOD Tel: + 359 (02) 962 34 50 | Luxembourg KRKA Belgium, SA. Tel: + 32 (0) 487 50 73 62 (BE) |
Czech Republic KRKA CR, s.r.o. Tel: + 420 (0) 221 115 150 | Hungary KRKA Magyarország Kereskedelmi Kft. Tel: + 36 (1) 355 8490 |
Denmark KRKA Sverige AB Tel: + 46 (0)8 643 67 66 (SE) | Malta
Tel: + 356 21 445 885 |
Germany TAD Pharma GmbH Tel: + 49 (0) 4721 606-0 | Netherlands KRKA Belgium, SA. Tel: + 32 (0) 487 50 73 62 (BE) |
Estonia KRKA, d.d., Novo mesto Eesti filiaal Tel: + 372 (0) 6 671 658 | Norway KRKA Sverige AB Tel: + 46 (0)8 643 67 66 (SE) |
Greece ΒΙΑΝΕΞ Α.Ε. Tel: +30 210 8009111 | Austria KRKA Pharma GmbH, Wien Tel: + 43 (0)1 66 24 300 |
Spain KRKA Farmacéutica, S.L. Tel: + 34 911 61 03 80 | Poland KRKA-POLSKA Sp. z o.o. Tel: + 48 (0)22 573 7500 |
France KRKA France Eurl Tel: + 33 (0)1 57 40 82 25 | Portugal KRKA Farmacêutica, Sociedade Unipessoal Lda. Tel: + 351 (0)21 46 43 650 |
Croatia KRKA - FARMA d.o.o. Tel: + 385 1 6312 100 | Romania KRKA Romania S.R.L., Bucharest Tel: + 4 021 310 66 05 |
Ireland KRKA Pharma Dublin, Ltd. Tel: + 353 1 413 3710 | Slovenia KRKA, d.d., Novo mesto Tel: + 386 (0) 1 47 51 100 |
Iceland LYFIS ehf. Tel: + 354 534 3500 | Slovakia KRKA Slovensko, s.r.o. Tel: + 421 (0) 2 571 04 501 |
Italy KRKA Farmaceutici Milano S.r.l. Tel: + 39 02 3300 8841 | Finland KRKA Finland Oy Tel: + 358 20 754 5330 |
Cyprus KI.PA. (PHARMACAL) LIMITED Tel: + 357 24 651 882 | Sweden KRKA Sverige AB Tel: + 46 (0)8 643 67 66 (SE) |
Latvia KRKA Latvija SIA Tel: + 371 6 733 86 10 | United Kingdom(Northern Ireland) KRKA Pharma Dublin, Ltd. Tel: + 353 1 413 3710 |
Other sources of information
Detailed information on this medicinal product is available on the European Medicines Agency website: http://www.ema.europa.eu/.
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