Nupenta
LS Capsule SR is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised
by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and
how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine
for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early
your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your
healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some
may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side
effects are stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fever, nausea,
rash, and flatulence. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve
with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned
about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness, so
do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know
how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this
medicine as it can worsen your dizziness. Lifestyle modifications like
having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food, or chocolate
can help you to get better results.
Before you start taking this
medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from
kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant,
planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.