Brand name – Thalitero
Generic name – Thalidomide
Salt composition – Thalidomide 100 mg
Manufacturer – Hetero
Dosage form – Capsule
Packaging – Strip
Indication – Multiple myeloma
Strength – 100 mg
Gender – Unisex
Prescription required – Yes
Description
Thalitero (Thalidomide) 100 mg capsule is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma
and lepra reaction. The active ingredient of the Thalitero capsule is Thalidomide.
Thalidomide works to inhibit the release of tumor necrosis factor-alpha from
monocytes. It modulates other cytokine action.
Pharmacodynamics
Thalitero (Thalidomide) is an immunomodulatory agent with a spectrum of activity (not
fully characterized). Thalidomide contains both left and right-handed isomers in equal
amounts, where one enantiomer is effective against morning sickness, and the other
one is teratogenic. These enantiomers are then converted to each other in vivo.
Contraindications
Do not administer this medicine to patients who have an allergy to any of the
components of this medicine.
Alternate brands
● Thycad 100 mg Capsule
● Thalix 100 mg Capsule
● Thaloda 100 mg Capsule
Side Effects
● Headache
● Fever and chills
● Sleepiness
● Nausea
● Rash
● Weakness
● Dizziness
● Dry skin
● Weight loss
● Confusion
● Mood changes
● Neuropathy
● Constipation
● Tremor
● Edema (swelling)
● Loss of appetite
● Decrease in white blood cell count
● Decrease in calcium level in the blood
● Weight gain/loss
● Fatigue
● Muscle weakness
● Anxiety
● Blood clots
Dosage
Normal Dose
Take the dose exactly as your healthcare provider tells you. Do not stop taking the
medicine, unless your healthcare provider tells you. Do not alter the dose strength on
your own. Do not crush or break the capsule. Swallow it as a whole and do not try to
chew it.
Missed Dose
In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember (only if it is not already the
time for the next scheduled dose). Make sure to not double the dose strength.
Overdose
Seek emergency support from a healthcare provider.
Usage Of Medicine
Thalitero (Thalidomide) 100 mg capsule is used to treat:
● multiple myeloma, and
● lepra reaction.
Warning And Precautions
Administer this medicine with caution in patients who:
● Have heart disease
● Have liver disease
● Have kidney disease
● Are breastfeeding
● Are pregnant
