Lenvima
Endometrial Neoplasms, previous anti-angiogenic therapy, Liver Neoplasms + 4 more
Treatment
9 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Lenvima
Treatment for
Endometrial Neoplasms
What is Lenvima
Lenvatinib
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Lenvatinib is a medication used to treat thyroid cancer that does not respond to radioactive iodine (RAI). It works by blocking the activity of certain proteins that regulate cell growth and division, including vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) receptors and other receptors found in the cell membrane. These proteins are involved in the development of abnormal blood vessels, tumors, and cancer progression, and increased expression of VEGF is associated with a poor prognosis in many types of cancers. Lenvatinib has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of patients with locally recurrent or metastatic, progressive, RAI-refractory differentiated
Lenvima
is the brand name
Lenvima Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Lenvima
Lenvatinib
2015
8
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Lenvatinib, also known as Lenvima, is approved by the FDA for 9 uses like Endometrial Carcinoma and disease progression after previous treatment .
Endometrial Carcinoma
Used to treat Endometrial Carcinoma in combination with Pembrolizumab
disease progression after previous treatment
Used to treat disease progression after previous treatment in combination with Pembrolizumab
Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (aRCC)
Used to treat Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (aRCC) in combination with Everolimus
previous anti-angiogenic therapy
Used to treat previous anti-angiogenic therapy in combination with Everolimus
Kidney Neoplasms
Used to treat Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (aRCC) in combination with Everolimus
Colorectal Neoplasms, Hereditary Nonpolyposis
Used to treat Mismatch Repair-deficient (dMMR) in combination with Pembrolizumab
Endometrial Neoplasms
Used to treat Endometrial Carcinoma in combination with Pembrolizumab
Microsatellite Instability
Used to treat Microsatellite Instability High in combination with Pembrolizumab
Disease
Used to treat disease progression after previous treatment in combination with Pembrolizumab
Effectiveness
How Lenvima Affects Patients
Lenvatinib works by blocking a protein called VEGFR2, which helps regulate certain signals in the body. By blocking this protein, lenvatinib is able to reduce the activity of certain signaling pathways.
How Lenvima works in the body
Lenvatinib is a type of medication that limits the growth of tumors. It does this by blocking the action of certain proteins, called receptor tyrosine kinases, which are involved in the formation of new blood vessels and in the growth of tumors. Lenvatinib blocks the activity of VEGF receptors, FGF receptors, PDGFRα, KIT, and RET proteins.
When to interrupt dosage
The endorsed dosage of Lenvima is contingent upon the indicated condition, including Malignant Neoplasms, progressive radioactive iodine-refractory Thyroid cancer and Malignant Neoplasms. The quantity of dosage shifts as per the technique of delivery featured in the following table.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Kidney Neoplasms
10.0 mg, , 14.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 12.0 mg/dose, 14.0 mg/dose, 18.0 mg/dose, 24.0 mg/dose, 4.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/dose, 8.0 mg/dose, 20.0 mg/dose
Capsule, , Capsule - Oral, Oral
Disease
10.0 mg, , 14.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 12.0 mg/dose, 14.0 mg/dose, 18.0 mg/dose, 24.0 mg/dose, 4.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/dose, 8.0 mg/dose, 20.0 mg/dose
Capsule, , Capsule - Oral, Oral
Endometrial Neoplasms
10.0 mg, , 14.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 12.0 mg/dose, 14.0 mg/dose, 18.0 mg/dose, 24.0 mg/dose, 4.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/dose, 8.0 mg/dose, 20.0 mg/dose
Capsule, , Capsule - Oral, Oral
previous anti-angiogenic therapy
10.0 mg, , 14.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 12.0 mg/dose, 14.0 mg/dose, 18.0 mg/dose, 24.0 mg/dose, 4.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/dose, 8.0 mg/dose, 20.0 mg/dose
Capsule, , Capsule - Oral, Oral
Microsatellite Instability
10.0 mg, , 14.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 12.0 mg/dose, 14.0 mg/dose, 18.0 mg/dose, 24.0 mg/dose, 4.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/dose, 8.0 mg/dose, 20.0 mg/dose
Capsule, , Capsule - Oral, Oral
Colorectal Neoplasms, Hereditary Nonpolyposis
10.0 mg, , 14.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 12.0 mg/dose, 14.0 mg/dose, 18.0 mg/dose, 24.0 mg/dose, 4.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/dose, 8.0 mg/dose, 20.0 mg/dose
Capsule, , Capsule - Oral, Oral
Liver Neoplasms
10.0 mg, , 14.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 12.0 mg/dose, 14.0 mg/dose, 18.0 mg/dose, 24.0 mg/dose, 4.0 mg/dose, 10.0 mg/dose, 8.0 mg/dose, 20.0 mg/dose
Capsule, , Capsule - Oral, Oral
Warnings
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Lenvima.
Common Lenvima Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Amiodarone
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Lenvatinib is combined with Amiodarone.
Anagrelide
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Lenvatinib is combined with Anagrelide.
Arsenic trioxide
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Lenvatinib is combined with Arsenic trioxide.
Artemether
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Lenvatinib is combined with Artemether.
Asenapine
Major
The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Lenvatinib is combined with Asenapine.
Lenvima Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Taking lenvatinib can lead to high blood pressure, diarrhea, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, nausea, mouth sores, tingling in the hands or feet, and increased protein in the urine. Other potential side effects include heart or blood vessel problems, liver damage, kidney damage, a hole in the digestive tract, irregular heartbeat, low calcium levels, brain damage, excessive bleeding, and decreased effectiveness of the thyroid. Women who are pregnant or of reproductive age should use contraception while taking lenvatinib and for 2 weeks after treatment ends.
Lenvima Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Lenvima?
Fifteen active clinical trials are being conducted to analyze the potential of Lenvima to treat Malignant Neoplasms, Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (aRCC) and Progressive Radioactive Iodine-Refractory Thyroid Cancer.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
previous anti-angiogenic therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Colorectal Neoplasms, Hereditary Nonpolyposis
20 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2
Kidney Neoplasms
13 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 1
Microsatellite Instability
0 Actively Recruiting
Disease
0 Actively Recruiting
Endometrial Neoplasms
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2
Liver Neoplasms
15 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable
Lenvima Reviews: What are patients saying about Lenvima?
5
Patient Review
8/11/2018
Lenvima for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
5
Patient Review
6/16/2015
Lenvima for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
5
Patient Review
6/11/2022
Lenvima for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
3.7
Patient Review
8/3/2018
Lenvima for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
3.3
Patient Review
6/1/2022
Lenvima for Cancer Involving the Kidney Cells
3
Patient Review
3/7/2020
Lenvima for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
1
Patient Review
12/13/2019
Lenvima for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
1
Patient Review
1/9/2019
Lenvima for Liver Cell Cancer
Patient Q&A Section about lenvima
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What are the side effects of Lenvima?
"The text is discussing the side effects of the drug LENVIMA. The most common side effects include fatigue, joint and muscle pain, decreased appetite, weight loss, nausea, mouth sores, headache, vomiting, and skin rashes. Additionally, some people may experience abdominal pain and hoarseness."
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What does the drug Lenvima do?
"LENVIMA is a kinase inhibitor.
LENVIMA is a prescription medication used to treat different types of cancer, including differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC). DTC is a type of thyroid cancer that can no longer be treated with radioactive iodine and is progressing. LENVIMA is a kinase inhibitor."
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