Revlimid (generic: lenalidomide) is a prescription medication used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS, bone marrow that does not produce enough mature blood cells). Revlimid is also used to treat multiple myeloma and mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). 

Revlimid belongs to a group of drugs called immunomodulary agents. It works by helping the bone marrow produce normal blood cells and killing abnormal cells in the bone marrow.

This medication comes in capsule form. It is usually taken once daily, with water. Swallow Revlimid capsules whole.

Common side effects of Revlimid are diarrhea, itching, and rash.