Pomalidomide

Last updated 29 Sep 2026 | 05:27 PM (UTC)

Pomalidomide Uses

Pomalidomide is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma. It is used along with another medicine called ‘dexamethasone’ (an anti-inflammatory medicine).

How Pomalidomide works

Pomalidomide modulates the activity of body's immune system and helps indirectly attacking the cancer cells. It also stops the growth of blood vessels in cancer.

Common side effects of Pomalidomide

Nausea, Diarrhea, Septic shock, Influenza, Basal cell carcinoma, Increased glucose level in blood, Electrolyte imbalance, Depression, Peripheral sensory neuropathy, Dizziness, Tremors, Fainting, Cataract, Atrial fibrillation, Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the legs), Hypotension (low blood pressure), High blood pressure, Vomiting, Acute kidney injury, Chronic kidney injury, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Pneumonia, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Clostridium difficile colitis, Urinary tract infection, Respiratory tract infection

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Medicine brands for Pomalidomide

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹4687 to ₹14817

4 variant(s)

Ibipolid

Indiabulls pharmaceutical ltd

Miracalus Pharma Pvt Ltd

₹7481 to ₹12225

2 variant(s)

Bdpoma

BDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt

₹1940 to ₹6817

3 variant(s)

Pomacel

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹3375 to ₹14531

4 variant(s)

Myhb

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company

Expert advice for Pomalidomide

Pomalidomide 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.