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NINLARO is used with lenalidomide and dexamethasone.
NINLARO, lenalidomide and dexamethasone are taken in 4-week treatment cycles. NINLARO is taken once a week (on the same day of the week) for the first 3 weeks of this cycle. The recommended dose is one 4 mg capsule taken by mouth. The recommended dose of lenalidomide is 25 mg taken every day for the first 3 weeks of the cycle. The recommended dose of dexamethasone is 40 mg taken once a week on the same day for all 4 weeks of the cycle. (See table.)
Click on icon to see table/diagram/imageThe package leaflets of these other medicines should be read for further information on their use and effects.
In patients who have liver or kidney problems, NINLARO capsules containing 3 mg may be prescribed. In case of side effects, NINLARO capsules containing 3 mg or 2.3 mg may be prescribed. The doses of the other medicines may also be adjusted.
How and when to take NINLARO: NINLARO should be taken at least one hour before or at least two hours after food.
The capsule should be swallowed whole with water. The capsule should not be crushed, chewed or opened.
The contents of the capsule should not come into contact with the skin. If the powder accidentally comes into contact with the skin, it should be washed off thoroughly with soap and water. If the capsule breaks, the powder should be cleaned up, taking care that it does not cause dust in the air.
Duration of the treatment with NINLARO: Treatment should be continued until instructed to stop.
Forgotten intake of NINLARO: If a dose is missed or delayed, the dose should be taken as long as the next scheduled dose is more than 3 days or 72 hours away. A missed dose should not be taken if it is within 3 days or 72 hours of the next scheduled dose.
In case of vomiting after taking a dose, an extra dose should not be taken. The next dose should be taken, as normal, when it is due.
