Suggest Alternate Over The Counter Medication For Revlimid

Posted on Tue, 23 May 2017

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Question : Is there a IV medication equivalent to Revlimid. Apparently, our insurance won't pay for pills but will pay for any chemo involving IV administration. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Revlimid iv equivalent

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome

I appreciate your concern

Revlimid (lenalidomide) is an oral anti neoplastic drug indicated in a number of conditions including Multiple myeloma, MDS, Mantle cell lymphoma among othere. It does not have an I.V equivalent.

Based on the condition, I can recommend exploring IV agents. If possible, kindly let me know for what condition the Revlimid was advised.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

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