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Thalidomide is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Thalidomide have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Thalidomide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
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 has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Thalidomide on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Thalidomide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
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?
Forming a habit of Thalidomide has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Thalidomide as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Thalidomide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Thalidomide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Thalidomide
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Thalidomide, due to a lack of research on this.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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