Immunomodulatory Drugs

Immunomodulatory drugs, often called IMiDs, are a type of medicine used in treating multiple myeloma. These medications work by adjusting your body's immune system to help it better identify and address cancer cells. They also help slow the growth and survival of myeloma cells, boost specific immune cells like T cells and natural killer cells to strengthen your body's response, and can limit inflammation and the development of new blood vessels that cancer needs to grow. Understanding how these drugs work can help you discuss your treatment plan and manage your care more effectively.