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Myhb 2mg Tablet


Product introduction

Myhb 2mg Tablet is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and is used in combination with some other medicine (dexamethasone). It works by helping the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells and by killing abnormal cells.

It is an anti-cancer medicine.

Uses of Myhb Tablet

Benefits of Myhb Tablet

In Multiple myeloma

If you have multiple myeloma, your body is destroying bone faster than it is being replaced. This makes bones weak and painful and more likely to break. Myhb 2mg Tablet may be prescribed along with other medicines. It is an important part of your treatment and increases the survival rate of people with multiple myeloma. This medicine will kill the abnormal cells and prevent their further growth as well as spread to other parts of the body. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective and may be prescribed if you do not have high blood calcium levels.

Side effects of Myhb 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 Myhb

  • Fatigue
  • Fever
  • Bone pain
  • Muscle cramp
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Breathing problems
  • Cough
  • Decreased appetite
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Low blood platelets
  • Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

How to use Myhb 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. Myhb 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Myhb 2mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Myhb 2mg 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
UNSAFE
Myhb 2mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Myhb 2mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Myhb 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Myhb 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Myhb 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Myhb 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Myhb 2mg Tablet
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Quick tips

  • Myhb 2mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • Do not donate blood to anyone during the treatment or after 7 days of the treatment.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function.
  • It makes you feel dizzy. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Phthalimides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Immunomodulatory derivatives of thalidomide

Patient concerns

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Please tell me the interpretation of the attach report, if possible. Also guide for further treatment process.
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
U r having multiple myeloma
Multiple myeloma can be cured or not
Dr. Rohan Khandelwal
Surgical Oncology
Yes, if diagnosed at the right stage
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References

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  2. Pomalidomide. Summit, New Jersey: Celgene Corporation; 2013 [revised Dec 2017]. (online) Available from:External Link
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Name: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company
Address: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Private Limited , Commercial Operations , Prestige Tech Park,Platina-3, 7th to 12th floor, Prestige Tech Park, Kadubesanahalli, Bangalore -560103
Country of origin: India

MRP
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21.0 tablets in 1 bottle
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