Thalitero Information

Thalitero is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. Other than this, Thalitero has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Thalitero. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Thalitero have been listed ahead. These side effects of Thalitero are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Thalitero is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Thalitero's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Thalitero related warnings section.

Thalitero can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Thalitero in conditions like Bleeding, Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Some other conditions that can be affected by Thalitero are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Thalitero may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Thalitero is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Thalitero Benefits & Uses
Thalitero Dosage & How to Take
Thalitero Side Effects
Thalitero Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Thalitero with Other Drugs
Thalitero Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Thalitero
Thalitero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Thalitero Benefits & Uses

Thalitero is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Thalitero Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given in combination with dexamethasone 40 mg orally on days 1 to 4, 9 to 12, and 17 to 20 days
Geriatric	Disease: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given in combination with dexamethasone 40 mg orally on days 1 to 4, 9 to 12, and 17 to 20 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Leprosy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 300 mg, once daily in sever condition, after 2 weeks dose decrease 50 mg once daily

Thalitero Related Warnings

Is the use of Thalitero safe for pregnant women?

Thalitero should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Thalitero safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Thalitero for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Thalitero on the Kidneys?

Thalitero has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Thalitero on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Thalitero on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Thalitero on the Heart?

Thalitero 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Thalitero with Other Drugs

Thalitero should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pentazocine

Amitriptyline

Chlordiazepoxide

Moderate

Atorvastatin

Olmesartan

Thalitero Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Thalitero unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Epilepsy
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Thalitero

Is this Thalitero habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Thalitero is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Thalitero as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Thalitero only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Thalitero is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Thalitero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Thalitero

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Thalitero together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Thalitero

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Thalitero and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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

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