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What is Pomalyst
PomalidomideThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryPomalidomide is a medication that helps to modulate the immune system and fight cancerous cells. It is a type of thalidomide and was approved by the FDA in 2013.
Pomalystis the brand name
Pomalyst Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Pomalyst
Pomalidomide
2013
4
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Pomalidomide, otherwise known as Pomalyst, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses including Trialled at least two prior therapies including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor and Multiple Myeloma .Trialled at least two prior therapies including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor
Used to treat Trialled at least two prior therapies including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor in combination with Dexamethasone
Multiple Myeloma
Used to treat Multiple Myeloma (MM) in combination with Dexamethasone
Effectiveness
How Pomalyst Affects PatientsPomalidomide is much stronger than thalidomide and lenalidomide, being 100 times and 10 times more potent than them, respectively.
How Pomalyst works in the bodyPromalidomide is a drug that helps fight cancer. It stops the growth and death of tumor cells. It also boosts the immune system by aiding T cells and natural killer cells in fighting off infections. Promalidomide works by binding to a specific protein called cereblon, which prevents it from working properly, and also inhibits an enzyme called COX2.
When to interrupt dosage
The advised portion of Pomalyst is contingent upon the specified condition. The dosage fluctuates, in line with the technique of delivery (e.g. Oral or Capsule) noted in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Kaposi Sarcoma
, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral
Trialled at least two prior therapies including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor
, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral
Multiple Myeloma
, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral
HIV Vaccine
, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Capsule, Oral, Capsule - Oral
Warnings
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Pomalyst.Common Pomalyst Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Pomalidomide is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Pomalidomide is combined with Acteoside.
Antilymphocyte immunoglobulin (horse)
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Pomalidomide is combined with Antilymphocyte immunoglobulin (horse).
Azelastine
Major
Pomalidomide may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.
Bacillus calmette-guerin substrain russian BCG-I live antigen
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Bacillus calmette-guerin substrain russian BCG-I live antigen can be decreased when used in combination with Pomalidomide.
Pomalyst Toxicity & Overdose RiskCommon side effects of taking this drug include feeling tired or weak, low levels of white blood cells, low levels of red blood cells, constipation, nausea, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, upper respiratory infections, back pain, and fever.
Pomalyst Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Pomalyst?
17 active trials are currently being conducted to investigate the effectiveness of Pomalyst in managing Refractory Multiple Myeloma.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Kaposi Sarcoma
9 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2
Multiple Myeloma
12 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1
Trialled at least two prior therapies including lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor
0 Actively Recruiting
HIV Vaccine
0 Actively Recruiting
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
5 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Not Applicable
Pomalyst Reviews: What are patients saying about Pomalyst?
5Patient Review
1/15/2020 I've been using this treatment since December 2016 for my aggressive myeloma. It's worked much better than Vecade and Cytoxin, and I haven't had a relapse in over three years.
3.7Patient Review
8/14/2015 I now have a blood clot in my right lung. I have been on the drug for over a year.
3.3Patient Review
2/22/2018 I took this medication for my second outbreak of multiple myeloma, which did help lower my light chains. However, I still developed plasma cytoma in my left arm and had to receive radiation treatment as a result. After trying this again during my maintenance chemotherapy, there was only a temporary lowering of the light chains before they increased 16%. Next month, I'll be trying a different medication.
3.3Patient Review
3/22/2013 This medication really irritates my stomach.
2.7Patient Review
6/10/2014 The side effects were pretty bad. I developed open lesions inside my vagina and anus.
1Patient Review
4/14/2013 I had a severe reaction to this medication, including an itchy rash, swelling of the face, and pain.
Patient Q&A Section about pomalyst
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Is Pomalyst a chemo drug?
"Pomalyst is the trade name for the generic chemotherapy drug pomalidomide, which may also be referred to by health care professionals as the generic drug name."
Answered by AI
Is Pomalyst stronger than Revlimid?
"The drug Pomalyst, also known as pomalidomide, is an oral immunomodulatory agent that is similar to Revlimid and Thalomid, but more potent. Pomalyst is manufactured by Celgene."
Answered by AI
What is Pomalyst used for?
"POMALYST, in combination with dexamethasone, is indicated for the treatment of patients with multiple myeloma who have received at least two prior therapies including a proteasome inhibitor and lenalidomide. POMALYST should be used in patients whose disease has progressed on or within 60 days of completion of their last therapy"
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What type of medication is Pomalyst?
"Pomalyst can be prescribed to help treat the symptoms of Multiple myeloma and Kaposi Sarcoma. It may be used on its own or in combination with other medications. Pomalyst is categorised as an Antineoplastic and Angiogenesis Inhibitor drug."
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