Lenvatinib FAQ: Is It Right for You?
What is Lenvatinib?
It's a drug that treats a number of cancer types.
What's Lenvatinib (MOA) Mechanism of Action?
It works by blocking the action of abnormal protein which signals cancer cells to grow.
Lenvatinib Dosage
Recommended dose is 24 mg until cancer improves or treatment grows too toxic.
Cost / Price of Lenvatinib
A supply of 60 capsules at 14 mg costs about $22,040, without health insurance.
Lenvatinib Generic
It's the generic name for Lenvima.
Lenvatinib Side Effects
You can expect the following side effects:
- high blood pressure
- diarrhea
- fatigue
- join/muscle pain
- reduced appetite
- weight loss
- nausea
- mouth sores
- lasting nosebleeds
- red or black stools
- itching
- rash
- hair loss
- constipation
- dry mouth
Lenvatinib Survival Rate
Patients saw a 61.1% survival rate at 6 months.
