Description
Product Features:
Product Name | : Lenvanix |
Generic Name | : Lenvatinib |
Manufacturer | : Beacon Pharma Ltd |
Indication | : Thyroid Cancer |
Formulation | : Capsule |
Strength | : 4 mg |
Quantity | : 30 Capsules |
Storage | : Below 25°C |
Registrations | : Export Only |
Lenvanix 4 mg (Lenvatinib) is a multi kinase inhibitor that interrupts the pathways of VEGFR1,VEGFR2 and VEGFR3.It use in the treatment of differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC), renal Cell Carcinoma and Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC). First new frontline treatment option for HCC approved in Japan.
Indications
Lenvanix 4 is a kinase inhibitor that is indicated:
- For the treatment of patients with locally recurrent or metastatic, progressive, radioactive iodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC).
- In combination with everolimus, for the treatment of patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) following one prior antiangiogenic therapy.
- For the first-line treatment of patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
Pharmacology
Based on x-ray crystallography and kinetic interaction studies, Lenvanix 4 mg binds to the adenosine 5′-triphosphate binding site of VEGFR2 and to a neighboring region via a cyclopropane ring and thereby inhibits tyrosine kinase activity and associated signaling pathways.
Lenvatinib is a receptor tyrosine kinase (RTK) inhibitor that inhibits the kinase activities of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) receptors VEGFR1 (FLT1), VEGFR2 (KDR), and VEGFR3 (FLT4). Lenvanix 4 mg inhibits other RTKs that have been implicated in pathogenic angiogenesis, tumor growth, and cancer progression in addition to their normal cellular functions, including fibroblast growth factor (FGF) receptors FGFR1, 2, 3, and 4; the platelet derived growth factor receptor alpha (PDGFRα), KIT, and RET.
Dosage & Administration
Differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC): The recommended dosage is 24 mg orally once daily.
Renal cell carcinoma (RCC): The recommended dosage is 18 mg orally once daily with everolimus 5 mg orally once daily.
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC): The recommended dosage is based on actual body weight:
- 12 mg orally once daily for patients greater than or equal to 60 kg
- 8 mg orally once daily for patients less than 60 kg.
Modify the recommended daily dose for certain patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
Side Effects of Lenvanix 4 MG
Adverse reactions: Hypertension, fatigue, diarrhea, arthralgia/myalgia, decreased appetite, decreased weight, nausea, stomatitis, headache, vomiting, proteinuria, abdominal pain, and dysphonia.
Common adverse reactions: Diarrhea, fatigue, arthralgia/myalgia, decreased appetite, vomiting, nausea, stomatitis/oral inflammation, hypertension, peripheral edema, cough, abdominal pain, dyspnea, rash, decreased weight, hemorrhagic events, and proteinuria.
Most common adverse reactions: Hypertension, fatigue, diarrhea, decreased appetite, arthralgia/myalgia, decreased weight, abdominal pain, palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome, dysphonia, hypothyroidism, and nausea.
Disclaimer: This information is provided solely for educational reasons and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or healthcare professional before taking any drug.
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