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Re: Rash from Revlimid

by Cheryl G on Wed Dec 17, 2014 4:19 pm

There have been isolated cases of patients taking Revlimid developing a severe skin disorder known as Stevens-Johnson syndrome. That's why doctors want to know if you develop a rash while taking Revlimid and why they often won't recommend continuing Revlimid treatment if the rash can't be controlled.

Word of advice: Don't look up and read information about Stevens-Johnson syndrome if you're not a fan of graphic medical photos. It's not a pretty disease.

Cheryl G

Re: Rash from Revlimid

by ethomas on Wed Jan 07, 2015 5:02 pm

I can't find Tavegil anywhere in US. Is there another name for it?

ethomas
Name: Emmanouel Thomas AKA Amo
Who do you know with myeloma?: Yes
When were you/they diagnosed?: August 14, 2014
Age at diagnosis: 65

Re: Rash from Revlimid

by Beacon Staff on Thu Jan 08, 2015 6:01 am

Hello ethomas,

As mentioned in Caro's posting above, the generic name for Tavegil is clemastine. Here is a link to the Wikipedia article on the drug, which lists its brand names and availability in different countries:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clemastine

In the U.S., clemastine is available over the counter under several different brand names, including Tavist.

Beacon Staff

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