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Thalix 100 mg Capsule ( Thalidomide ) 30 capsules
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Thalix 100 mg Capsule Thalidomide

 
 
 
Description

Thalix 100 mg Capsule is used to treat a type of blood cancer known as multiple myeloma. It is also used to treat a complication of leprosy characterized by symptoms such as painful nodules or plaques on the skin, fever, tiredness, arthritis, etc. (erythema nodosum leprosum). This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Thalix 100 mg Capsule

  • Decrease in white blood cells and platelets
     
     
  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
     
  • Anxiety
     
  • Chest pain
     
  • Cough
     
  • Muscle weakness
     
  • Difficulty in breathing
     
  • Skin rash
     
  • Decreased heartbeat
     

Uses of Thalix 100 mg Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Erythema Nodosum Leprosum
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • Onset of action
     
    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
  • Duration of effect
     
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Safe with alcohol?
     
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty in concentrating, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is it habit forming?
     
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
  • Usage in pregnancy?
     
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects on the unborn baby including the absence of arms and legs.
  • Usage while breast-feeding?
     
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for a specific period of time or prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

 

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to thalidomide or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby.

Warnings for special population
 

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects on the unborn baby including the absence of arms and legs.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for a specific period of time or prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
 

Driving or operating machinery

This medicine may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness, muscle weakness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Heart Attack

This medicine should be used with extreme caution due to an increase in the risk of a heart attack. This risk is especially higher in patients with known risk factors of a heart attack. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs is recommended for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Peripheral neuropathy

This medicine should be used with extreme caution due to the increased risk of peripheral neuropathy, a condition associated with symptoms such as tingling, numbness, unusual sensations, weakness, burning pain, etc. Close monitoring for signs/symptoms of neuropathy monthly for the first 3 months of therapy and regularly thereafter is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate patient/caregiver counseling, corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Contraception and sexual intercourse

Female patients of child-bearing potential should always use at least 2 methods of reliable birth control to avoid pregnancy during treatment with this medicine. Contraception must begin at least 4 weeks prior to beginning therapy and continue for at least 4 weeks after discontinuation of therapy. Male patients receiving this medicine should always use a latex or synthetic condom during any sexual contact with females of child-bearing potential while taking this medicine and for up to 28 days after discontinuation of therapy.

Use in children

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established. However, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits significantly outweigh the risks.

 

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
 
 

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty in concentrating, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
 

Live attenuated vaccines and related products

 

Clozapine

 

Ethinyl Estradiol

 

Cyclophosphamide

 
Disease interactions
 

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
 
Information not available.
Lab interactions
 
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Your dose is l

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