Lenvatinib

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan

Last updated 13 Jun 2023 | 11:26 AM (UTC)

Lenvatinib Uses

Lenvatinib is used in the treatment of thyroid cancer.

How Lenvatinib works

Lenvatinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking the oxygen and nutrient supply to cancer cells due to which they stop growing.

Common side effects of Lenvatinib

Diarrhea, High blood pressure, Protein in urine, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Heart failure, Liver toxicity, Decreased calcium level in blood, Thyroid disorders, Renal failure

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Medicine brands for Lenvatinib

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company

₹1750 to ₹4000

2 variant(s)

Avnalit

Mba Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹1500 to ₹3750

2 variant(s)

Lenta

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

₹1349 to ₹3199

2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Lenvatinib

Lenvatinib is used for the treatment of thyroid cancer.
Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, nausea or vomiting.
It may cause serious bleeding problem. Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.