Product Information for the Patient
Revlimid 2.5 mg Hard Capsules
Revlimid 5 mg Hard Capsules
Revlimid 7.5 mg Hard Capsules
Revlimid 10 mg Hard Capsules
Revlimid 15 mg Hard Capsules
Revlimid 20 mg Hard Capsules
Revlimid 25 mg Hard Capsules
lenalidomide
This medicine is subject to additional monitoring, which will speed up the detection of new information about its safety. You can contribute by reporting any adverse effects you may experience. The final part of section 4 includes information on how to report these adverse effects.
Read this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.
1.What is Revlimid and what it is used for
2.What you need to know before starting Revlimid
3.How to take Revlimid
4.Possible side effects
5.Storage of Revlimid
6.Contents of the pack and additional information
What is Revlimid
Revlimid contains the active ingredient “lenalidomide”. This medication belongs to a group of medications that affect how the immune system functions.
What is Revlimid used for
Revlimid is used in adults for:
Multiple Myeloma
Multiple Myeloma is a type of cancer that affects a specific type of white blood cell in the blood, called plasma cells. These cells accumulate in the bone marrow and multiply, becoming uncontrolled. This can damage bones and kidneys..
Multiple Myeloma generally does not have a cure. However, the symptoms and signs can be significantly reduced or disappear for a period of time. This is called “remission”.
Newly diagnosed multiple myeloma:in patients who have undergone a bone marrow transplant
Revlimid is used as maintenance treatment after recovering adequately from a bone marrow transplant.
Newly diagnosed multiple myeloma: in patients who cannot be treated with a bone marrow transplant
Revlimid is taken with other medications, including:
You will take these medications when starting treatment and then continue taking Revlimid alone.
If you are 75 years or older or have moderate to severe kidney problems, your doctor will closely monitor you before starting treatment.
Multiple Myeloma: in previously treated patients
Revlimid is taken with an anti-inflammatory called “dexamethasone”.
Revlimid can slow the progression of multiple myeloma symptoms. It has also been shown to delay the recurrence of multiple myeloma after treatment.
Myleodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)
MDS is a group of many different blood and bone marrow diseases. Blood cells become abnormal and do not function correctly. Patients may experience a variety of symptoms, including low red blood cell count (anemia), the need for blood transfusions, and the risk of infection.
Revlimid is used to treat adult patients diagnosed with MDS, when the following points are applicable:
Revlimid can increase the number of healthy red blood cells produced by the body by reducing the number of abnormal cells:
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL)
MCL is a cancer of a part of the immune system (lymphoid tissue). It affects a type of white blood cell in the blood called “B lymphocytes” or B cells. MCL is a disease in which B cells grow uncontrollably and accumulate in lymphoid tissue, bone marrow, or blood.
Revlimid is used in monotherapy to treat adult patients who have received previous treatment with other medications.
Follicular lymphoma (FL)
FL is a slow-growing cancer that affects B lymphocytes. These are a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infections. When a person has FL, they may store too many of these B lymphocytes in the blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, and spleen.
Revlimid is used with another medication called “rituximab” for the treatment of adult patients who have received previous treatment for follicular lymphoma.
How Revlimid works
Revlimid acts by affecting the body's immune system and directly attacking cancer. It acts in several ways:
You must read the patient information leaflet for all medicines you are taking with Revlimid before starting treatment with Revlimid.
Do not take Revlimid:
If any of these conditions apply to you, do not take Revlimid.In case of doubt, consult your doctor.
Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting to take Revlimid if:
If any of the above conditions apply to you, inform your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting treatment.
Adverse reactions and precautions
Consult your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting to take Revlimid if:
Analysis and tests
Before starting treatment with Revlimid and during treatment, you will have regular blood tests. This is because Revlimid can cause a decrease in the blood cells that help fight infections (white blood cells) and those involved in clotting (platelets).
Your doctor will ask you to have a blood test:
You may be evaluated to detect signs of cardiopulmonary problems before and during treatment with lenalidomide.
For patients with SMD taking Revlimid
If you have SMD, you may be more prone to developing a more advanced disease called acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Additionally, it is unknown how Revlimid affects the likelihood of developing AML. Your doctor may perform tests to detect signs that may predict a higher risk of developing AML during treatment with Revlimid.
For patients with LCM taking Revlimid
Your doctor will ask you to have a blood test:
For patients with LF taking Revlimid
Your doctor will ask you to have a blood test:
Your doctor may check if you have a high total tumor burden in the body, including the bone marrow. This could lead to a disease in which the tumors break down and produce unusual levels of chemicals in the blood that, in turn, can cause kidney failure (this disease is called “tumor lysis syndrome”).
Your doctor may examine you to check if you have developed changes in your skin, such as red patches or skin rashes.
Your doctor may adjust your Revlimid dose or interrupt your treatment, depending on the results of your blood tests and your overall condition.If you are a new diagnosis patient, your doctor may also evaluate your treatment based on your age and any other conditions you already have.
Blood donation
You must not donate blood during treatment or for at least 7 days after the end of treatment.
Children and adolescents
Revlimid is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years old.
Older adults and patients with kidney problems
If you are 75 years old or older or have moderate to severe kidney problems, your doctor will examine you carefully before starting treatment.
Other medicines and Revlimid
Inform your doctor or nurse if you are taking, have taken recently or may need to take any other medicine. This is because Revlimid may affect how other medicines work. Additionally, some medicines may affect how Revlimid works.
Specifically, inform 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 Revlimid
Men taking Revlimid
Breastfeeding
You must not breastfeed while taking Revlimid, as it is unknown whether Revlimid passes into breast milk.
Contraception
For women taking Revlimid
Before starting treatment, ask your doctor if you are capable of becoming pregnant, even if you think this is unlikely.
If you can become pregnant:
And
For men taking Revlimid
Revlimid passes into human semen. If your partner becomes pregnant or may become pregnant and does not use any effective contraceptive method, you must use condoms during treatment and for at least 7 days after finishing treatment, even if you have had a vasectomy.You must not donate semen or sperm during treatment or for at least 7 days after finishing treatment.
Driving and using machines
You must not drive or use machines if you feel dizzy, tired, drowsy, have vertigo or blurred vision after taking Revlimid.
Revlimid contains lactose
Revlimid contains lactose. If your doctor has told you that you have intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medicine.
Revlimid should be administered by a healthcare professional with experience in the treatment of multiple myeloma, SMD, LCM, or LF.
Follow exactly the administration instructions for Revlimid indicated by your doctor. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you are taking Revlimid with other medications, you should consult the leaflet of those other medications to obtain additional information on their use and effects.
Treatment Cycle
Revlimid is taken on certain days during the period of 3weeks (21days).
Or
Revlimid is taken on certain days during the period of 4weeks (28days).
How Much Revlimid to Take
Before starting treatment, your doctor will indicate:
How and When to Take Revlimid
Medication Intake
To remove the capsule from the blister pack:
Duration of Revlimid Treatment
Revlimid 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 informs you to stop treatment.
If You Take More Revlimid Than You Should
If you take more Revlimid than prescribed, inform your doctor immediately.
If You Forget to Take Revlimid
If you forget to take Revlimid at your usual time and:
If you have any other doubts about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Like all medicines, Revlimid can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Revlimid and seek medical attention immediately, as it may require emergency medical treatment:
Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following serious side effects:
Revlimid can reduce the number of white blood cells that fight infections and also the cells in the blood that help to clot (platelets), which can cause bleeding disorders such as nosebleeds and bruises. Revlimid can also cause blood clots in the veins (thrombosis).
Other side effects
It is essential to note that a reduced number of patients may develop other types of cancer, and this risk may increase with Revlimid treatment. Therefore, your doctor must carefully evaluate the benefits and risks of prescribing Revlimid.
Side effectsvery common(may affect more than 1 in 10 people):
Side effectscommon(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):
Side effectsuncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):
Side effectsof unknown frequency(cannot be estimated from available data):
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any type of side effect, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse, even if it is a possible side effect not listed in this prospectus. You can also report them directly through the national notification system included in theAppendix V. By reporting side effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medication.
Composition of Revlimid
Revlimid 2.5 mg hard capsules:
Revlimid 5 mg hard capsules:
Revlimid 7.5 mg hard capsules:
Revlimid 10 mg hard capsules:
Revlimid 15 mg hard capsules:
Revlimid 20 mg hard capsules:
Revlimid 25 mg hard capsules:
Appearance of the product and contents of the pack:
Revlimid 2.5 mg hard capsules are blue-green/white, with the inscription “REV 2.5 mg”.
The capsules are presented in packs. Each pack contains one or three blisters, each blister contains seven capsules. This represents a total of 7 or 21 capsules per pack.
Revlimid 5 mg hard capsules are white, with the inscription “REV 5 mg”.
The capsules are presented in packs. Each pack contains one or three blisters, each blister contains seven capsules. This represents a total of 7 or 21 capsules per pack.
Revlimid 7.5 mg hard capsules are pale yellow/white, with the inscription “REV 7.5 mg”.
The capsules are presented in packs. Each pack contains one or three blisters, each blister contains seven capsules. This represents a total of 7 or 21 capsules per pack.
Revlimid 10 mg hard capsules are blue-green/yellowish, with the inscription “REV 10 mg”.
The capsules are presented in packs. Each pack contains one or three blisters, each blister contains seven capsules. This represents a total of 7 or 21 capsules per pack.
Revlimid 15 mg hard capsules are blue-white, with the inscription “REV 15 mg”.
The capsules are presented in packs. Each pack contains one or three blisters, each blister contains seven capsules. This represents a total of 7 or 21 capsules per pack.
Revlimid 20 mg hard capsules are blue-green/blue, with the inscription “REV 20 mg”.
The capsules are presented in packs. Each pack contains one or three blisters, each blister contains seven capsules. This represents a total of 7 or 21 capsules per pack.
Revlimid 25 mg hard capsules are white, with the inscription “REV 25 mg”.
The capsules are presented in packs. Each pack contains one or three blisters, each blister contains seven capsules. This represents a total of 7 or 21 capsules per pack.
Marketing authorisation holder:
Bristol-Myers Squibb Pharma EEIG
Plaza 254
Blanchardstown Corporate Park 2
Dublin 15, D15 T867
Ireland
Responsible for manufacturing:
Celgene Distribution B.V.
Orteliuslaan 1000
3528 BD Utrecht
Netherlands
Last update of the summary of product characteristics:
Other sources of information:
The detailed information on this medicinal product is available on the website of the European Medicines Agency:http://www.ema.europa.eu.
There are also links to other websites on rare diseases and orphan medicines.
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