Lenalidomide grindeks

Poland
Brand name Lenalidomide grindeks
Form capsules, hard
Active substance / Dosage
Prescription type Prescription only – restricted use
ATC code
Registration number 100402190
Manufacturer AS Grindeks
Lenalidomide grindeks capsules, hard

Package leaflet: Information for the patient

Lenalidomide Grindeks, 2.5 mg, hard capsules
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 5 mg, hard capsules
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 7.5 mg, hard capsules
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 10 mg, hard capsules
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 15 mg, hard capsules
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 20 mg, hard capsules
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 25 mg, hard capsules
lenalidomide
Please read this leaflet carefully before taking this medicine, as it contains important information for you.

  • Keep this leaflet, as you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any questions, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medicine has been prescribed for a specific individual only. Do not pass it on to others. The medicine may harm other people, even if their symptoms are the same.
  • If you experience any adverse effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, inform your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.

Leaflet contents

  1. What Lenalidomide Grindeks is and what it is used for
  2. Important information before taking Lenalidomide Grindeks
  3. How to take Lenalidomide Grindeks
  4. Possible side effects
  5. How to store Lenalidomide Grindeks
  6. Contents of the pack and other information

1. What Lenalidomide Grindeks is and what it is used for

What Lenalidomide Grindeks is
Lenalidomide Grindeks contains the active substance 'lenalidomide'. This medicine belongs to a group of medicines that affect the immune system.
What Lenalidomide Grindeks is used for
Lenalidomide Grindeks is used in adults to treat:

  • multiple myeloma,
  • myelodysplastic syndromes,
  • follicular lymphoma.

Multiple myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects a certain type of white blood cells called plasma cells. These cells accumulate in the bone marrow and divide uncontrollably. This may lead to damage of bones and kidneys.
Multiple myeloma is generally incurable. However, it is possible to achieve temporary significant reduction or disappearance of signs and symptoms of the disease. This is called "remission".
Newly diagnosed multiple myeloma – in patients after bone marrow transplantation
Lenalidomide Grindeks is used alone as maintenance therapy in patients who have responded adequately after bone marrow transplantation.
Newly diagnosed multiple myel,oma – in patients for whom bone marrow transplantation is not possible
Lenalidomide Grindeks is taken together with other medicines, including:

  • a chemotherapy medicine called 'bortezomib';
  • an anti-inflammatory medicine called 'dexamethasone';
  • a chemotherapy medicine called 'melphalan'; and
  • an immunosuppressive medicine called 'prednisone'.
    The patient starts treatment with Lenalidomide Grindeks together with additional medicines, and then continues treatment with Lenalidomide Grindeks alone.

If the patient is 75 years of age or older or has moderate to severe kidney impairment, the doctor will perform careful assessments before starting treatment.
Multiple myeloma – in previously treated patients
Lenalidomide Grindeks is taken together with an anti-inflammatory medicine called 'dexamethasone'.
Lenalidomide Grindeks may stop the progression of signs and symptoms of multiple myeloma.
It has also been shown to delay the recurrence of multiple myeloma after treatment.
Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)
Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are a group of different blood and bone marrow disorders. Abnormal blood cells are present and do not function properly. Patients may experience various subjective and objective symptoms, including low number of red blood cells (anaemia), need for blood transfusions, and risk of infection.
Lenalidomide Grindeks is used as monotherapy to treat adult patients diagnosed with MDS, if all the following conditions are met:

  • the patient requires regular blood transfusions due to low red blood cell count ("transfusion-dependent anaemia");
  • the patient has an abnormality in bone marrow cells called "isolated cytogenetic abnormality of deletion 5q". This means the patient's body does not produce enough healthy blood cells;
  • the patient has previously received other treatments that were inappropriate or insufficiently effective.

Taking Lenalidomide Grindeks may lead to an increase in the number of healthy blood cells produced by the body by reducing the number of abnormal cells.

  • this may lead to a reduction in the number of required blood transfusions. It may even become possible to discontinue blood transfusions altogether.

Follicular lymphoma (FL)
Follicular lymphoma (FL) is a slowly growing malignant cancer affecting B-cells. These are a type of white blood cells that help the body fight infections. In patients with FL, excessive numbers of B-cells may accumulate in the blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, and spleen.
Lenalidomide Grindeks is taken together with another medicine called "rituximab" for the treatment of adult patients with previously treated follicular lymphoma.
How Lenalidomide Grindeks works
Lenalidomide Grindeks works by affecting the body's immune system and directly attacking tumour cells. Its mechanism of action includes:

  • inhibition of tumour cell growth
  • inhibition of blood vessel formation in tumours
  • stimulation of part of the immune system to attack tumour cells.

2. Important information before taking Lenalidomide Grindeks

Before starting treatment with Lenalidomide Grindeks, carefully read the package leaflets of all medicinal products being taken in combination with Lenalidomide Grindeks.
When not to take Lenalidomide Grindeks

  • if the patient is pregnant or suspects she may be pregnant, or is planning a pregnancy, because Lenalidomide Grindeks may harm the unborn child (see "Pregnancy, breastfeeding and contraception – information for women and men" in section 2).
  • if the patient could become pregnant, unless she is using all required contraceptive measures (see "Pregnacy, breastfeeding and contraception – information for women and men" in section 2). If the patient could become pregnant, the doctor will document at each follow-up visit that necessary precautions have been taken and confirm this with the patient.
  • if the patient is allergic to lenalidomide or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6). If the patient suspects an allergy, she/he should consult the doctor for advice.

Do not take Lenalidomide Grindeks if any of the above situations apply. If in doubt, consult a doctor.
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting Lenalidomide Grindeks if:

  • the patient has previously had blood clots, as there is an increased risk of developing blood clots in veins and arteries during treatment;
  • the patient has any signs of infection, such as cough or fever;
  • the patient has or has previously had a viral infection, especially hepatitis B virus, varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox and shingles), or HIV. If in doubt, consult a doctor. Use of Lenalidomide Grindeks may cause reactivation of the virus in carriers, leading to recurrence of infection. The doctor should check whether the patient has ever had hepatitis B.
  • the patient has kidney function impairment – the doctor may adjust the dose of Lenalidomide Grindeks;
  • the patient has had a heart attack, blood clots, smokes, has high blood pressure or high cholesterol levels;
  • the patient previously experienced an allergic reaction after taking thalidomide (another drug used in multiple myeloma treatment), such as rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or breathing difficulties;
  • the patient previously experienced a combination of any of the following symptoms: widespread rash, skin redness, high fever, flu-like symptoms, elevated liver enzymes, blood abnormalities (eosinophilia), enlarged lymph nodes – these are symptoms of a serious skin reaction called "drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms" (DRESS) or "drug hypersensitivity syndrome" (see also section 4 "Possible side effects"). If any of the above apply, inform the doctor, pharmacist or nurse before starting treatment.

Contact your doctor or nurse immediately if at any time during or after treatment the patient experiences any of the following symptoms:

  • blurred vision, loss of vision or double vision, difficulty speaking, weakness in arms or legs, change in walking or balance problems, persistent numbness, reduced sensation or loss of sensation, memory loss or disorientation. All these symptoms may indicate a serious and potentially fatal brain disease known as progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML). If these symptoms occurred before starting lenalidomide treatment, inform the doctor about any changes in these symptoms.

  • shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, or swelling of the legs or ankles. These may be symptoms of a serious condition called pulmonary hypertension (see section 4).

Tests and examinations
Before starting and during treatment with Lenalidomide Grindeks, the patient will undergo regular blood tests, as this medicine may reduce the number of blood cells that help fight infection (white blood cells) and those involved in blood clotting (platelets). The doctor will order blood tests:

  • before treatment,
  • weekly during the first 8 weeks of treatment,
  • then at least once a month.

Before and during treatment with lenalidomide, the patient may be evaluated for circulatory and respiratory problems.
Patients with MDS taking Lenalidomide Grindeks
If the patient has myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), there is an increased chance of developing a serious disease called acute myeloid leukemia. Furthermore, it is not known how Lenalidomide Grindeks affects the likelihood of developing acute myeloid leukemia. Therefore, the doctor may perform tests to check for signs that better predict the risk of acute myeloid leukemia during treatment with Lenalidomide Grindeks.
Patients with FL taking Lenalidomide Grindeks
The doctor will order blood tests:

  • before treatment,
  • weekly during the first 3 weeks (1 cycle) of treatment,
  • then every 2 weeks during cycles 2 to 4 (more information in section 3 "Treatment cycle"),
  • then at the beginning of each cycle and
  • at least once a month.

The doctor may perform an assessment to determine whether the patient has a large amount of tumour tissue in the body, including in the bone marrow. This may lead to a condition where tumour tissue begins to die, causing abnormal increases in various substances in the blood and potentially leading to kidney failure (this condition is called "tumour lysis syndrome").
The doctor may examine the patient to check for skin changes such as red spots or rash.
The doctor may adjust the dose of Lenalidomide Grindeks or discontinue treatment based on blood test results and the patient's overall condition. If the disease was recently diagnosed, the doctor may also consider the patient's age and other pre-existing conditions when evaluating treatment.
Blood donation
Do not donate blood during treatment and for at least 7 days after stopping treatment.
Children and adolescents
Lenalidomide Grindeks is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Elderly patients and patients with kidney function impairment
If the patient is 75 years of age or older, or has moderate to severe kidney function impairment, the doctor will perform thorough evaluations before starting treatment.
Lenalidomide Grindeks and other medicines
Tell your doctor or nurse about all medicines currently or recently taken. This is necessary because Lenalidomide Grindeks may affect the action of other medicines, and other medicines may affect the action of Lenalidomide Grindeks.
In particular, inform the doctor or nurse if the patient is taking any of the following medicines:

  • certain drugs used to prevent pregnancy, such as oral contraceptives, as they may become ineffective;
  • certain drugs used for heart conditions – such as digoxin;
  • certain drugs used to thin the blood – such as warfarin.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and contraception – information for women and men
Pregnancy
For women taking Lenalidomide Grindeks

  • Do not take Lenalidomide Grindeks if the patient is pregnant, as it is expected to be harmful to the unborn child.
  • Women must not become pregnant while taking Lenalidomide Grindeks. Therefore, women who could become pregnant must use effective contraceptive methods (see "Contraception"). If a woman becomes pregnant while taking Lenalidomide Grindeks, she must stop treatment immediately and inform her doctor.

For men taking Lenalidomide Grindeks

  • If the partner of a man taking Lenalidomide Grindeks becomes pregnant, inform the doctor immediately. It is recommended that the partner seek medical advice.
  • The patient must also use effective contraceptive methods (see below "Contraception").

Breastfeeding
Do not breastfeed while taking Lenalidomide Grindeks, as it is not known whether it passes into human milk.
Contraception
Women taking Lenalidomide Grindeks
Before starting treatment, the patient should ask the doctor whether she could become pregnant, even if she considers it unlikely.
If the patient could become pregnant:

  • she will have pregnancy tests performed under medical supervision (before each treatment cycle, at least every 4 weeks during treatment, and at least 4 weeks after stopping treatment), unless the doctor confirms surgical sterilization (tubal ligation) OR
  • she must use effective contraceptive methods for at least 4 weeks before starting treatment, during treatment, and for at least 4 weeks after stopping treatment. The doctor will advise the patient on appropriate contraceptive methods.
    Men taking Lenalidomide Grindeks
    Lenalidomide Grindeks passes into human semen. If the patient's partner is pregnant or could become pregnant and is not using effective contraception, the patient must use condoms during treatment and for at least 7 days after stopping treatment, even if he has had a vasectomy. During treatment and for at least 7 days after stopping treatment, the patient must not donate semen.

Driving and using machines
If after taking Lenalidomide Grindeks the patient experiences dizziness, fatigue, drowsiness, balance disturbances due to dizziness or blurred vision, he/she should not drive or operate machinery.
Lenalidomide Grindeks contains lactose
Lenalidomide Grindeks contains lactose. If the patient has previously been diagnosed with intolerance to certain sugars, he/she should consult a doctor before taking this medicine.
Lenalidomide Grindeks contains sodium
The medicine contains less than 1 mmol of sodium (23 mg) per capsule, meaning the medicine is considered "sodium-free".

3. How to take Lenalidomide Grindeks

Lenalidomide Grindeks must be prescribed and administered by healthcare professionals experienced in the treatment of multiple myeloma, MDS, or FL.

  • If Lenalidomide Grindeks is used for the treatment of multiple myeloma in patients who are not eligible for bone marrow transplantation or who have previously received other treatments, the medicine is given in combination with other drugs (see section 1 "Why is Lenalidomide Grindeks used?"). If Lenalidomide Grindeks is used for the treatment of multiple myeloma in patients after bone marrow transplantation or for the treatment of patients with MDS, it is used as monotherapy. If Lenalidomide Grindeks is used for the treatment of follicular lymphoma, it is taken together with another medicine called "rituximab". This medicine should always be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you are taking Lenalidomide Grindeks together with other medicines, you should read the package leaflets of those medicines to obtain information about their use and effects.

Treatment cycle
Lenalidomide Grindeks is taken on specific days for 3 weeks (21 days).

  • Each 21-day period is called a "treatment cycle".

  • Depending on the day of the cycle, you may take one or more medicines. However, on certain days you may not take any medicines.

  • After completing each 21-day cycle, you should start a new 21-day cycle.
    OR
    Lenalidomide Grindeks is taken on specific days for 4 weeks (28 days).

  • Each 28-day period is called a "treatment cycle".

  • Depending on the day of the cycle, you may take one or more medicines. However, on certain days you may not take any medicines.

  • After completing each 28-day cycle, you should start a new 28-day cycle.

How much Lenalidomide Grindeks to take
Before starting treatment, your doctor will inform you:

  • how much Lenalidomide Grindeks you should take;
  • how many other medicines you should take in combination with Lenalidomide Grindeks, if necessary;
  • which medicines to take on which days of the cycle.

How and when to take Lenalidomide Grindeks

  • Swallow the capsule whole, preferably with water.
  • Do not crush, open, or chew the capsule. If the powder from a damaged Lenalidomide Grindeks capsule comes into contact with the skin, wash the skin immediately and thoroughly with soap and water.
  • Healthcare professionals, caregivers, and family members should wear disposable gloves when handling the blister pack or capsule. Gloves should then be carefully removed to avoid skin exposure, placed in a sealed polyethylene plastic bag, and disposed of according to local regulations. Hands should then be washed thoroughly with soap and water. Pregnant women or women who suspect they may be pregnant should not handle the blister pack or capsule.
  • Capsules may be taken with or without food.
  • Lenalidomide Grindeks should be taken on the designated days at approximately the same time each day.

How to take this medicine
To remove the capsule from the blister:

  • press only on one side of the capsule and push it through the foil,
  • do not press on the center of the capsule, as this may damage it.
Step-by-step instructional diagram showing hands lifting and opening a small package with a black tablet, from left to right

Duration of treatment with Lenalidomide Grindeks
Lenalidomide Grindeks is administered in treatment cycles, each lasting 21 or 28 days (see above "Treatment cycle"). Treatment cycles should be continued until your doctor advises you to stop taking the medicine.

If you take more Lenalidomide Grindeks than prescribed
If you have taken more Lenalidomide Grindeks than prescribed, contact your doctor immediately.

If you forget to take Lenalidomide Grindeks
If you forget to take Lenalidomide Grindeks at the scheduled time and:

  • less than 12 hours have passed – take the missed capsule as soon as possible;
  • more than 12 hours have passed – do not take the missed capsule. Take the next capsule at the scheduled time on the following day.

If you have any further questions about the use of this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible adverse reactions

Like all medicines, Lenalidomide Grindeks may cause adverse reactions, although they do not
occur in everyone.
If any of the following serious adverse reactions occur, you must stop taking Lenalidomide Grindeks
and contact your doctor immediately – immediate treatment may be required:

  • Hives, rash, swelling of the eyes, lips or face, difficulty breathing or itching, which may be symptoms of severe allergic reactions known as angioedema and anaphylactic reaction;
  • Severe allergic reaction that may start as a rash in one area and spread over the entire body, accompanied by significant skin peeling (Stevens-Johnson syndrome and/or toxic epidermal necrolysis);
  • Widespread rash, high fever, increased liver enzyme activity, blood abnormalities (eosinophilia), swollen lymph nodes and involvement of other organs (drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, also known as "DRESS" or "drug hypersensitivity syndrome"). See also section 2.

You must immediately inform your doctor if any of the following serious adverse reactions occur:

  • Fever, chills, sore throat, cough, mouth ulcers or any other signs of infection, including blood infection (sepsis);
  • Bleeding or bruising without injury;
  • Chest pain or leg pain;
  • Shortness of breath;
  • Bone pain, muscle weakness, confusion or fatigue, which may result from high levels of calcium in the blood.

Lenalidomide Grindeks may reduce the number of white blood cells that fight infection, as well as
platelets, which help blood to clot, potentially leading to bleeding disorders such as nosebleeds and
bruising. Lenalidomide Grindeks may also cause blood clots in veins (thrombosis).
Other adverse reactions
It should be noted that in a small number of patients, other types of cancer may develop, and
treatment with Lenalidomide Grindeks may increase this risk.
Therefore, before prescribing Lenalidomide Grindeks, your doctor should carefully assess the
benefits and risks of treatment.
Very common adverse reactions (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):

  • Decreased number of red blood cells, which may lead to anaemia causing fatigue and weakness
  • Rash, itching
  • Muscle cramps, muscle weakness, muscle pain, bone pain, joint pain, back pain, limb pain
  • Generalised swelling, including swelling of hands and feet
  • Weakness, fatigue
  • Fever and flu-like symptoms, including fever, muscle pain, headache, ear pain, cough and chills
  • Numbness, tingling or burning sensation in the skin, pain in hands or feet, dizziness, tremor
  • Decreased appetite, altered taste sensation
  • Worsening pain, swelling or redness around a tumour
  • Weight loss
  • Constipation, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, heartburn
  • Low levels of potassium or calcium and/or sodium in the blood
  • Underactive thyroid gland
  • Leg pain (which may be a sign of thrombosis), chest pain or shortness of breath (which may be symptoms of a blood clot in the lungs, known as pulmonary embolism)
  • All types of infections, including sinus infection, lung infection and upper respiratory tract infections
  • Shortness of breath
  • Blurred vision
  • Cloudy vision (cataract)
  • Kidney problems, including impaired kidney function or inability to maintain normal kidney function
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Increased liver function test values
  • Blood protein changes leading to arterial swelling (blood vessel inflammation)
  • Increased blood sugar levels (diabetes)
  • Decreased blood sugar levels
  • Headache
  • Dry skin
  • Depression, mood changes, difficulty sleeping
  • Cough
  • Low blood pressure
  • Vague physical discomfort, malaise
  • Painful mouth inflammation, dry mouth
  • Dehydration

Common adverse reactions (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

  • Breakdown of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia)
  • Certain types of skin tumours
  • Bleeding from gums, stomach or intestines
  • Increased blood pressure, slow, fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Increased levels of substances resulting from normal and abnormal breakdown of red blood cells
  • Increased levels of a protein indicating inflammation in the body
  • Darkening of the skin, skin discolouration due to bleeding under the skin, usually caused by bruising, blood-filled skin swelling, bruising
  • Increased uric acid levels in the blood
  • Skin eruptions, skin redness, skin cracking, peeling or shedding, hives
  • Excessive sweating, night sweats
  • Difficulty swallowing, sore throat, voice quality problems or voice changes
  • Nasal congestion
  • Production of significantly more or less urine than usual, or inability to control urination
  • Presence of blood in urine
  • Shortness of breath, especially when lying down (which may be a sign of heart failure)
  • Difficulty achieving erection
  • Stroke, fainting, dizziness (inner ear disorder causing a sensation of spinning), transient loss of consciousness
  • Chest pain spreading to arms, neck, jaw, back or abdomen, sweating, shortness of breath, nausea or vomiting, which may be symptoms of a heart attack (myocardial infarction)
  • Muscle weakness, lack of energy
  • Neck pain, chest pain
  • Chills
  • Joint swelling
  • Slowing or blockage of bile flow from the liver
  • Low levels of phosphates or magnesium in the blood
  • Difficulty speaking
  • Liver damage
  • Loss of balance, difficulty moving
  • Deafness
  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • Nerve pain, unpleasant abnormal sensations, especially in response to touch
  • Excess iron in the body
  • Thirst
  • Confusion
  • Toothache
  • Falls that may lead to injury

Uncommon adverse reactions (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):

  • Bleeding inside the skull
  • Circulatory disorders
  • Loss of vision
  • Loss of sex drive (libido)
  • Passing large amounts of urine accompanied by bone pain and weakness, which may be symptoms of kidney dysfunction (Fanconi syndrome)
  • Yellowing of the skin, mucous membranes or eyes (jaundice), pale stools, dark urine, itchy skin, rash, abdominal pain or swelling – these may be symptoms of liver damage (liver dysfunction)
  • Abdominal pain, bloating or diarrhoea, which may be symptoms of inflammation of the large intestine (colitis or proctitis)
  • Kidney tubular cell damage (called tubular necrosis)
  • Skin colour changes, photosensitivity
  • Tumour lysis syndrome – metabolic complications that may occur during cancer treatment, and sometimes even without treatment. These complications are caused by the breakdown products of dying tumour cells and may include: changes in blood chemistry; high levels of potassium, phosphate, uric acid and low calcium levels, leading to kidney dysfunction, heart rhythm disturbances, seizures, and sometimes death
  • High blood pressure in blood vessels leading to the lungs (pulmonary hypertension)

Adverse reactions with unknown frequency (frequency cannot be estimated from available data):

  • Sudden or mild but worsening pain in the upper abdomen and/or back, lasting for several days and possibly accompanied by nausea, vomiting, fever and rapid heartbeat. These symptoms may be caused by pancreatitis.
  • Wheezing, shortness of breath or dry cough, which may be due to inflammation of lung tissue.
  • Rare cases of muscle breakdown (muscle pain, weakness or swelling) have been observed, which may lead to kidney dysfunction (rhabdomyolysis); some of these occurred when Lenalidomide Grindeks was taken with a statin (a type of cholesterol-lowering drug).
  • Skin disease caused by inflammation of small blood vessels, associated with joint pain and fever (leucocytoclastic vasculitis).
  • Perforation of the stomach or intestinal wall, which may lead to severe infection. Inform your doctor if you experience severe abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, blood in stool or changes in bowel function.
  • Viral infections, including herpes zoster (a viral disease causing a painful skin rash with blisters) and reactivation of hepatitis B virus (which may cause yellowing of the skin and eyes, dark brown urine, pain in the right side of the abdomen, fever, nausea or vomiting).
  • Rejection of transplanted solid organs (such as kidneys, heart).

Reporting of adverse reactions
If you experience any adverse reactions, including any not listed in this leaflet, inform your doctor,
pharmacist or nurse. Adverse reactions can also be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring
Adverse Drug Reactions of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and
Biocidal Products:
Al. Jerozolimskie 181C,
02-222 Warsaw
Tel.: +48 22 49 21 301,
Fax: +48 22 49 21 309,
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Adverse reactions can also be reported to the marketing authorisation holder.
Reporting adverse reactions helps provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. How to store Lenalidomide Grindeks

  • Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.
  • Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the blister and the cardboard box after 'Expiry date (EXP)'. The expiry date refers to the last day of the stated month.
  • There are no special storage conditions for this medicine.
  • Do not use this medicine if you notice any signs of damage or evidence of tampering with the packaging.
  • Medicines must not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and other information

What Lenalidomide Grindeks contains
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 2.5 mg, hard capsules:

  • The active substance is lenalidomide. Each capsule contains lenalidomide with ammonium chloride equivalent to 2.5 mg of lenalidomide.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • capsule contents: lactose (see section 2), microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose and magnesium stearate
    • capsule shell: gelatin, titanium dioxide (E 171), Brilliant Blue FCF - FD&C Blue 1 (E 133) and yellow iron oxide (E 127)
    • printing ink: shellac (E 904), propylene glycol (E 1520), potassium hydroxide (E 525), black iron oxide (E 172) and concentrated ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

Lenalidomide Grindeks, 5 mg, hard capsules:

  • The active substance is lenalidomide. Each capsule contains lenalidomide with ammonium chloride equivalent to 5 mg of lenalidomide.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • capsule contents: lactose (see section 2), microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose and magnesium stearate
    • capsule shell: gelatin and titanium dioxide (E 171)
    • printing ink: shellac (E 904), propylene glycol (E 1520), potassium hydroxide (E 525), black iron oxide (E 172) and concentrated ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

Lenalidomide Grindeks, 7.5 mg, hard capsules:

  • The active substance is lenalidomide. Each capsule contains lenalidomide with ammonium chloride equivalent to 7.5 mg of lenalidomide.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • capsule contents: lactose (see section 2), microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose and magnesium stearate
    • capsule shell: gelatin, titanium dioxide (E 171) and yellow iron oxide (E 127)
    • printing ink: shellac (E 904), propylene glycol (E 1520), potassium hydroxide (E 525), black iron oxide (E 172) and concentrated ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

Lenalidomide Grindeks, 10 mg, hard capsules:

  • The active substance is lenalidomide. Each capsule contains lenalidomide with ammonium chloride equivalent to 10 mg of lenalidomide.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • capsule contents: lactose (see section 2), microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose and magnesium stearate
    • capsule shell: gelatin, titanium dioxide (E 171), Brilliant Blue FCF - FD&C Blue 1 (E 133) and yellow iron oxide (E 127)
    • printing ink: shellac (E 904), propylene glycol (E 1520), potassium hydroxide (E 525), black iron oxide (E 172) and concentrated ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

Lenalidomide Grindeks, 15 mg, hard capsules:

  • The active substance is lenalidomide. Each capsule contains lenalidomide with ammonium chloride equivalent to 15 mg of lenalidomide.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • capsule contents: lactose (see section 2), microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose and magnesium stearate
    • capsule shell: gelatin, titanium dioxide (E 171) and Brilliant Blue FCF - FD&C Blue 1 (E 133)
    • printing ink: shellac (E 904), propylene glycol (E 1520), potassium hydroxide (E 525), black iron oxide (E 172) and concentrated ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

Lenalidomide Grindeks, 20 mg, hard capsules:

  • The active substance is lenalidomide. Each capsule contains lenalidomide with ammonium chloride equivalent to 20 mg of lenalidomide.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • capsule contents: lactose (see section 2), microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose, magnesium stearate
    • capsule shell: gelatin, titanium dioxide (E 171), Brilliant Blue FCF - FD&C Blue 1 (E 133) and yellow iron oxide (E 127)
    • printing ink: shellac (E904), propylene glycol (E 1520), potassium hydroxide (E 525), black iron oxide (E 172) and concentrated ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

Lenalidomide Grindeks, 25 mg, hard capsules:

  • The active substance is lenalidomide. Each capsule contains lenalidomide with ammonium chloride equivalent to 25 mg of lenalidomide.
  • The other ingredients are:
    • capsule contents: lactose (see section 2), microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose, magnesium stearate
    • capsule shell: gelatin and titanium dioxide (E 171)
    • printing ink: shellac (E 904), propylene glycol (E 1520), potassium hydroxide (E 525), black iron oxide (E 172) and concentrated ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

What Lenalidomide Grindeks looks like and contents of the pack
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 2.5 mg, hard capsules are light green/white capsules of size 4, marked with the letters "L2.5".
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 5 mg, hard capsules are white capsules of size 4, marked with the letters "L5".
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 7.5 mg, hard capsules are light yellow/white capsules of size 3, marked with the letters "L7.5".
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 10 mg, hard capsules are light green/light yellow capsules of size 2, marked with the letters "L10".
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 15 mg, hard capsules are blue/white capsules of size 1, marked with the letters "L15".
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 20 mg, hard capsules are light green/blue capsules of size 0, marked with the letters "L20".
Lenalidomide Grindeks, 25 mg, hard capsules are white capsules of size 0, marked with the letters "L25".
The capsules are supplied in packs containing 7 or 21 capsules in a cardboard carton.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
AS GRINDEKS
Krustpils iela 53,
Riga, LV-1057,
Latvia
Tel.: +371 67083205

This medicinal product is authorised in the European Economic Area and in the United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) under the following names:
Netherlands: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg, hard capsules
Latvia: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg cietās kapsulas
Lithuania: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg kietosios kapsulės
Estonia, Poland: Lenalidomide Grindeks
Czech Republic:
Hungary: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg kemény kapszula
Slovakia: Lenalidomid Grindeks 2.5 mg tvrdé kapsuly
Lenalidomid Grindeks 5 mg tvrdé kapsuly
Lenalidomid Grindeks 7.5 mg tvrdé kapsuly
Lenalidomid Grindeks 10 mg tvrdé kapsuly
Lenalidomid Grindeks 15 mg tvrdé kapsuly
Lenalidomid Grindeks 20 mg tvrdé kapsuly
Lenalidomid Grindeks 25 mg tvrdé kapsuly
Slovenia: Lenalidomid Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg trde kapsole
Bulgaria: Леналидомид Гриндекс 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg твърди капсули
Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg hard capsules
Romania: Lenalidomidă Grindeks 2.5 mg capsule
Lenalidomidă Grindeks 5 mg capsule
Lenalidomidă Grindeks 7.5 mg capsule
Lenalidomidă Grindeks 10 mg capsule
Lenalidomidă Grindeks 15 mg capsule
Lenalidomidă Grindeks 20 mg capsule
Lenalidomidă Grindeks 25 mg capsule
Croatia: Lenalidomid Grindeks 2.5 mg tvrde kapsule
Lenalidomid Grindeks 5 mg tvrde kapsule
Lenalidomid Grindeks 7.5 mg tvrde kapsule
Lenalidomid Grindeks 10 mg tvrde kapsule
Lenalidomid Grindeks 15 mg tvrde kapsule
Lenalidomid Grindeks 20 mg tvrde kapsule
Lenalidomid Grindeks 25 mg tvrde kapsule
Austria: Lenalidomid Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg Hartkapseln
Belgium: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg gélules
Cyprus: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg σκληρά καψάκια
Denmark: Lenalidomide Grindeks
Finland: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg kapselit, kovat
France: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg, Gélule
Germany: Lenalidomid Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg Hartkapseln
Greece: Lenalidomide/Grindeks 2.5 mg καψάκια σκληρά
Lenalidomide/Grindeks 5 mg καψάκια σκληρά
Lenalidomide/Grindeks 7.5 mg καψάκια σκληρά
Lenalidomide/Grindeks 10 mg καψάκια σκληρά
Lenalidomide/Grindeks 15 mg καψάκια σκληρά
Lenalidomide/Grindeks 20 mg καψάκια σκληρά
Lenalidomide/Grindeks 25 mg καψάκια σκληρά
Iceland: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg Capsules, hard
Ireland: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg Capsules, hard
Italy: Lenalidomide Grindeks
Malta: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg Hard Capsules
Norway: Lenalidomide Grindeks
Portugal: Lenalidomida Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg cápsulas duras
Spain: Lenalidomida Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg cápsula dura
Sweden: Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg hårda kapslar
United Kingdom (Northern Ireland): Lenalidomide Grindeks 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg Capsules, hard