Lanvis 40mg Tablet is a purine analog used in the treatment of blood cancer. It works by preventing and stopping the growth of cancer cells in the body.

Lanvis 40mg Tablet is used to treat severe forms of a skin disease (psoriasis) and to treat several disorders of joint disorders leading to painful swelling and redness of the joints.

Uses of Lanvis Tablet

Blood cancer

Benefits of Lanvis Tablet

In Blood cancer

Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Lanvis 40mg Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but you should discuss the side effects and benefits of this medicine with your doctor. Let your doctor know if any of the side effects bothers you.

Side effects of Lanvis Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lanvis

Bone marrow failure
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Hepatomegaly (enlarged liver)
Increased bilirubin in the blood
Increased liver enzymes
Increased uric acid level in urine

How to use Lanvis Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lanvis 40mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lanvis 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lanvis 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lanvis 40mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
After high-dose chemotherapy with Lanvis 40mg Tablet, it might be possible to breastfeed safely (approximately after 4 days).

Driving

SAFE

Lanvis 40mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Lanvis 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lanvis 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Lanvis 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lanvis 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
This medicine is not recommended for long term use as it make cause liver toxicity.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Lanvis 40mg Tablet

₹31.67/Tablet

6 TG 40mg Tablet

Vhb Life Sciences Inc

₹30/tablet

5% cheaper

Quick tips

Lanvis 40mg Tablet is used for the treatment of cancer of the blood.
Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
It may make you more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid too much sun exposure, wear protective clothing, and use a sunscreen
Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests done to monitor your blood cells, kidney and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Purine Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

abcde

Action Class

Antimetabolites

Patient concerns

Can blood cancer patients 1st stage do sex with normal girl Sir a blood cancer patients do sex with normal girl can any problem or cause doing with girl or side effect give suggestions Thanks

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Wait till blood cancer gets cured.

Blood Cancer. Is there any medicine to cure blood cancer.

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Case has to be seen in person

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

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