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Thalidomide
INFORMATION ABOUT THALIDOMIDE
Thalidomide Uses
Thalidomide is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and lepra reaction.
How Thalidomide works
Thalidomide modulates the activity of body's immune system and helps indirectly attacking the cancer cells. It also stops the growth of blood vessels in cancer.
Common side effects of Thalidomide
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Nausea, Rash, Breathlessness, Dizziness, Edema (swelling), Decreased calcium level in blood, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Anxiety, Confusion, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Constipation, Tremors, Sensory neuropathy, Change in body weight, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Thromboembolism, Muscle pain, Anaphylactic reaction, Headache, Sleepiness, Decreased potassium level in blood
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Written By
Dr. Mayank
Pharm.D
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
09 Dec 2024 | 03:42 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Thalidomide
- Thalidomide should be taken on an empty stomach, try to take it at same time every day.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Do not donate blood during or after 7 days of the treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function.