How Does Lenvat 4 And 10 mg Work
Lenvat 4 mg and 10 mg, containing the active ingredient Lenvatinib mesylate, work by inhibiting multiple receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs) that play critical roles in tumor growth and the formation of blood vessels (angiogenesis). Specifically, Lenvatinib targets vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGFR 1–3), fibroblast growth factor receptors (FGFR 1–4), platelet-derived growth factor receptor alpha (PDGFRα), RET, and KIT.
Benefits Of Lenvat 4 And 10 mg
Lenvat 4 mg and 10 mg offer significant benefits for patients with certain types of advanced cancers by helping to slow disease progression and, in some cases, improve survival rates. As a targeted therapy, Lenvatinib specifically blocks multiple pathways that tumors use to grow and develop new blood vessels, which can lead to better control of tumor size and spread compared to traditional chemotherapy.
Common Side Effects:
The most common side effects of Lenvat 4 and 10 mg are
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Fatigue
• Diarrhea
• Decreased appetite
• Weight loss
• Nausea
• Stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth)
• Proteinuria (protein in urine)
• Abdominal pain
• Hand-foot syndrome (palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia)
• Hoarseness or voice changes
• Rash or skin reactions
• Muscle or joint pain
• Headache
• Bleeding or bruising more easily
Other side effects of Lenvat 4 and 10 mg can include
- Liver function abnormalities (elevated AST/ALT levels)
- Renal impairment (kidney function decline)
- Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)
- Leukopenia or neutropenia (low white blood cells)
- Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
- QT prolongation (heart rhythm abnormality)
- Wound healing complications
- Infections (e.g., urinary tract or respiratory infections)
- Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas)
- Gastrointestinal perforation or fistula (rare but serious)
- Hemorrhage (bleeding) in various organs
- Voice hoarseness or dysphonia
- Cough or shortness of breath
- Dry skin or peeling
- Depression or mood changes
Who Should Not Take Lenvat 4 And 10 mg
Lenvat 4 mg and 10 mg (Lenvatinib) should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to Lenvatinib or any of its components, as this could cause severe allergic reactions. It is also not recommended for pregnant women, as it may cause harm to the unborn baby, and breastfeeding should be avoided during treatment due to potential risks to the infant.
How To Take Lenvat 4 And 10 mg
Lenvat 4 mg and 10 mg (Lenvatinib) should be taken exactly as prescribed by a doctor, usually once daily at the same time each day. The capsules are taken by mouth, either with or without food, and should be swallowed whole with water, not chewed or crushed.
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