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Thalidomide is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Thalidomide is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Thalidomide safe for pregnant women?
Thalidomide should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Thalidomide safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Thalidomide in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Thalidomide on the Kidneys?
Thalidomide may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Thalidomide on the Liver?
Thalidomide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Thalidomide on the Heart?
Thalidomide can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Thalidomide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Thalidomide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Thalidomide habit forming or addictive?
Thalidomide is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Thalidomide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Thalidomide only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Thalidomide is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Thalidomide
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Thalidomide together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Thalidomide
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Thalidomide and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Thalomid® (thalidomide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 786
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1195-1198