Selinex 20 mg Tablet
Generic Name: Selinexor
Brand Name: Selinex
Strength: 20 mg
Form: Oral Tablet
Pack Size: Commonly 16 tablets per pack (varies)
Manufacturer: Everest Pharmaceuticals
Distributed by: NP Molecule
Indications:
Selinex (Selinexor) is indicated for the treatment of:
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Relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) in combination with dexamethasone in patients who have received at least four prior therapies.
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Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), not otherwise specified, including DLBCL arising from follicular lymphoma, after at least two lines of systemic therapy.
Pharmacology:
Selinexor is a Selective Inhibitor of Nuclear Export (SINE).
It blocks exportin 1 (XPO1), a protein responsible for transporting tumor suppressor proteins out of the cell nucleus.
By inhibiting XPO1, Selinexor retains tumor suppressors inside the nucleus, reactivating cancer cell death pathways and suppressing tumor growth.
Dosage & Administration:
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Typical dose: 80–100 mg orally once or twice weekly, depending on indication and combination regimen.
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Selinex 20 mg tablets allow flexible dose adjustments.
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Must be taken with supportive care (e.g., dexamethasone, hydration, antiemetics).
Drug Interactions:
Contraindications:
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Hypersensitivity to Selinexor or its excipients.
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Use with caution in patients with severe nausea, vomiting, or frailty.
Side Effects:
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Common: Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, anorexia, weight loss, low blood counts (anemia, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia).
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Serious: Infections, hyponatremia, delirium, bleeding events.
Pregnancy & Lactation:
Precautions & Warnings:
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Monitor CBC, weight, appetite, and electrolytes regularly.
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Supportive medications (antiemetics, appetite stimulants) are highly recommended.
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May cause serious dehydration or electrolyte imbalances if not managed properly.
Overdose Effects:
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Exaggerated toxicities such as severe nausea, fatigue, and cytopenias.
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Immediate supportive care is essential.
Therapeutic Class:
Storage Conditions:
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Store below 30°C in a dry, cool place.
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Protect from moisture and light.
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Keep out of reach of children.