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About Lanvis 40mg Tablet

THIOGUANINE belongs to the class of medicines called anticancer drugs used in the treatment of certain types of blood cancers such as acute myeloid leukaemia and acute lymphocytic leukaemia. Blood cancer is also known as leukaemia is the cancer of blood cells. It causes excessive production of immature white blood cells by the bone marrow.

THIOGUANINE contains Thioguanine that works by inhibiting the production of genetic material (DNA and RNA) in the cancer cells that are essential for growth, repair and multiplication of cells. Thus, THIOGUANINE stops the multiplication of abnormal cells and leads to the growth of cells in an unbalanced way and causes the death of cells.

Uses of Lanvis 40mg Tablet

Acute myeloid leukaemia and acute lymphocytic leukaemia

Medicinal Benefits of Lanvis 40mg Tablet

THIOGUANINE contains Thioguanine used in the treatment of certain types of blood cancers. THIOGUANINE inhibits the production of genetic material (DNA and RNA) in the cancer cells that are essential for the growth, repair and multiplication of cells. Thus, THIOGUANINE stops the multiplication of abnormal cells and leads to the growth of cells in an unbalanced way and causes the death of cells.

Directions for Use

Take THIOGUANINE as advised by your doctor. THIOGUANINE should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Lanvis 40mg Tablet

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Mouth ulcers
• Enlarged liver
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhoea
• Hyperuricaemia (excess uric acid levels in the blood)

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

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

THIOGUANINE may interact with medicines used to treat ulcerative colitis (mesalazine, olsalazine), anti-inflammatory drugs (sulfasalazine).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol with THIOGUANINE as it may increase the risk of liver damage.

PREGNANCY

THIOGUANINE is a category D pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the foetus.

BREAST FEEDING

THIOGUANINE is given to breastfeeding mother only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

DRIVING

THIOGUANINE usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

Take THIOGUANINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. 

KIDNEY

Take THIOGUANINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions.