SKU: PC-57044 Product Description: Thycad 50 mg Tablet is manufactured by Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy
Uses
Thalidomide is generally used in treatment of lepra reaction and multiple myeloma
Side Effects
Anxiety
Blood clots
Breathlessness
Confusion
Constipation
Decreased calcium level in blood
Decreased white blood cell count
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Dizziness
Dry skin
Edema (swelling)
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Loss of appetite
Muscle weakness
Nausea
Neuropathy
Rash
Sleepiness
Tremor
Weakness
Weight gain
Weight loss
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Thalidomide, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Thalidomide is to be taken empty stomach.
How it 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.
Expert advice for Thycad 50 mg Tablet
Use an effective method of contraception for 4 weeks before starting treatment, during treatment, and until 4 weeks after stopping treatment. Before taking Thalidomide inform your doctor if you have had a heart attack, have ever had a blood clotting related disorder, or if you smoke, have high blood pressure or high cholesterol levels, have existing slow heart rate (this may be symptoms of bradycardia), existing neuropathy i.e. tingling, abnormal co-ordination or pain in your hands or feet, sleepiness, a condition called Tumor Lysis Syndrome, severe infections. Consult a doctor if you develop allergic reaction such as rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing during Thalidomide therapy. Avoid donating blood during Thalidomide treatment and for 1 week after stopping treatment. Do not drive or operate machinery as Thalidomide may cause fatigue, dizziness, somnolence and blurred vision.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.