THALIDE 100 MG CAP

Product Description

Thalide 100 mg Capsule is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of multiple myeloma. Thalide 100 mg is also used for the treatment and prevention of the symptoms of erythema nodosum leprosum (ENL) and as a maintenance therapy to prevent and suppress the recurrence of erythema nodosum leprosum. It is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age.

Thalide 100 mg Capsule contains 'thalidomide'. Thalidomide is a medicine that helps the body's immune system attack cancer directly. It works by stopping cancer cells from growing, stopping blood vessels from growing and stimulating the immune system to attack cancer cells. This is how Thalide 100 mg helps treat multiple myeloma.

Thalide 100 mg Capsule may cause some common side effects including depression, confusion, incoordination, heart failure, bradycardia, pulmonary embolism, dyspnoea, bronchopneumopathy, interstitial lung disease, vomiting, dry mouth, toxic rash, and dry skin. Talk to your doctor or health care professional if you experience any of these side effects for a long time.

If you are pregnant, you should not take this medicine as there is a risk of your baby being born with severe birth defects or death. If you are breast-feeding you should avoid taking Thalide Capsule. This medicine can cause dizziness, drowsiness and blurred vision, so do not drive or walk if you are not alert. This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid drinking alcohol with Thalide 100 Capsule as this may increase dizziness. Tell your doctor about your medical condition and all the medicines you are taking to avoid possible side effects/interactions.

It is recommended that you take Thalide Capsule at the same time each day, one hour after a meal. The appropriate dose and frequency of this medicine will be determined by your doctor based on your specific condition, and these instructions may be adjusted as necessary. The effectiveness of this medicine is dependent on