reaks (interruptions) in your treatment, and for at least 4 weeks after stopping Pomalyst.
Males who take Pomalyst, even those who have had a vasectomy, must agree to use a latex or synthetic condom during sexual contact with a pregnant female or a female who can become pregnant.
What should I avoid while taking Pomalyst?
•See “What is the most important information I should know about Pomalyst?”
•Females: Do not get pregnant and do not breastfeed while taking Pomalyst.
Males: Do not donate sperm.
•Do not share Pomalyst with other people. It may cause birth defects and other serious problems.
•Do not donate blood while you take Pomalyst, during any breaks (interruptions) in your treatment, and for 4 weeks after stopping Pomalyst. If someone who is pregnant gets your donated blood, her baby may be exposed to Pomalyst and may be born with birth defects.
•You should not smoke cigarettes while taking Pomalyst. Smoking cigarettes during treatment with Pomalyst may affect how well Pomalyst works.
What are the possible side effects of Pomalyst?
Pomalyst may cause serious side effects, including:
•See “What is the most important information I should know about Pomalyst?”
•Low white blood cells (neutropenia), low platelets (thrombocytopenia) and low red blood cells (anemia). Pomalyst may cause low white blood cells, low platelets and low red blood cells. You may need a blood transfusion or certain medicines if your blood counts drop too low. Your blood counts should be checked weekly for the first 8 weeks and monthly thereafter.
The most common side effects of Pomalyst include:
•tiredness and weakness
•constipation
•shortness of breath
•diarrhea
•fever
•back pain
•nausea
These are not all the possible side effects of Pomalyst.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-332-1088.
How should I store Pomalyst?
•Store Pomalyst at room temperature (68°F to 77°F [20°C to 25°C]) with excursions permitted to 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C).
•Return any unused Pomalyst to Celgene or your healthcare provider.
Keep Pomalyst and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about Pomalyst
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not take Pomalyst for conditions for which it was not prescribed. Do not give Pomalyst to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them and may cause birth defects.
This Medication Guide provides a summary of the most important information about Pomalyst. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about Pomalyst that is written for health professionals.
For more information, call 1-888-423-5436 or go to www.celgeneriskmanagement.com.
What are the ingredients in Pomalyst?
Active ingredient: pomalidomide
Inactive ingredients: mannitol, pregelatinized starch and sodium stearyl fumarate.
The 1 mg capsule shell contains gelatin, titanium dioxide, FD&C blue 2, yellow iron oxide, white ink and black ink.
The 2 mg capsule shell contains gelatin, titanium dioxide, FD&C blue 2, yellow iron oxide, FD&C red 3, and white ink.
The 3 mg capsule shell contains gel |
