Lenvima (Lenvatinib) – HCC | HongKong DengYue Medicine
- Generic Name/Brand Name: Lenvatinib / Lenvima®
- Indications: Thyroid, kidney, liver, and endometrial cancers
- Dosage Form: Oral capsules
- Specification: 4 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg × 28 capsules/box
Lenvatinib Application Scope
• Differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) refractory to radioactive iodine therapy
• Advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) in combination with everolimus
• Unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
• Advanced endometrial carcinoma in combination with pembrolizumab

Lenvatinib Characteristics
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Ingredients: Lenvatinib mesylate
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Properties: Oral, small molecule multi-kinase inhibitor
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Packaging Specification: 4 mg, 10 mg, or 20 mg capsules; typically packaged as 28 capsules per box
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Storage: Store at room temperature, 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Protect from moisture and light.
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Expiry Date: See package labeling (generally 24 months)
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Executive Standard: Compliant with FDA and EMA regulations
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Approval Number: Example (U.S.): NDA 208573
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Date of Revision: August 2025 (or latest available)
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Manufacturer: Eisai Co., Ltd.
Guidelines for the Use of Lenvima
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Dosage and Administration:
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Recommended Dose:
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Differentiated thyroid cancer: 24 mg orally once daily
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Renal cell carcinoma: 18 mg orally once daily (in combination with everolimus)
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Hepatocellular carcinoma: 12 mg (bodyweight ≥60 kg) or 8 mg (bodyweight <60 kg) orally once daily
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Endometrial carcinoma: 20 mg orally once daily (in combination with pembrolizumab)
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Administration: Swallow capsules whole with water, with or without food. Take at the same time daily.
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Missed Dose: If a dose is missed, take as soon as possible on the same day. Do not double dose the next day.
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Adverse Reactions:
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Common Adverse Reactions (≥5% and >3% higher than placebo):
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Hypertension
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Diarrhea
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Fatigue
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Decreased appetite
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Nausea
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Weight loss
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Proteinuria
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Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome (hand-foot syndrome)
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Serious Adverse Reactions:
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Hepatotoxicity
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Cardiac dysfunction (including heart failure)
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Gastrointestinal perforation or fistula
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Severe hypertension
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Hemorrhage
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Contraindications:Hypersensitivity to lenvatinib or any component of the formulation
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Precautions:
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Hypertension:
Monitor blood pressure regularly and manage accordingly. -
Hepatic Impairment:
Use with caution in patients with liver dysfunction. -
Cardiac Function:
Monitor for signs of cardiac dysfunction. -
Pregnancy and Lactation:
Not recommended during pregnancy; advise effective contraception. Unknown if excreted in breast milk; avoid breastfeeding.
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Lenvatinib Interactions
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CYP3A4 Inducers/Inhibitors:
Co-administration may affect lenvatinib plasma levels; monitor for efficacy and toxicity. -
Anticoagulants:
Use caution due to increased bleeding risk. -
Other Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors or Anti-hypertensives:
Monitor for additive adverse effects.
Note:
- If there is a new packaging for the drug, the new packaging shall prevail. The above information is sourced from DengYue Medicine.
- This content is for reference only. Prescription drugs must be used under a doctor’s guidance and purchased from authorized sources.










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