Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and lepra reaction. This medicine belongs to a group of medicines which affect how your immune system works.
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule should be taken in the exact dose and duration recommended by the doctor. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. Earlier taking Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart disease. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check number of blood cells during your treatment. It may reduce white blood cells thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections.
Ordinary side effects of this medicine include nausea, rash, breathlessness, dizziness, edema (swelling), fatigue, and confusion. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bothers you or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or prevent them. You should not drive or operate machinery as Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule may makes you feel sleepy. Women or men who are undergoing treatment should use effective contraception method and avoid pregnancy till doctor recommends it.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Thalid-LEP
Nausea
Rash
Pantingness
Dizziness
Edema (swelling)
Chubbyigue
Muscle weakness
Apprehension
Confusion
Constipation
Tremors
Sensory neuropathy
Alter in body weight
Thromboembolism
Muscle pain
Anaphylactic reaction
Decreased potassium level in blood
Headache
Sleepiness
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Perceivek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. You may experience side effects, such as dizziness, tiredness, sleepiness or blurred vision with Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
What is Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule used for?
Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. It is also used to treat moderate to severe skin lesions caused by leprosy (erythema nodosum leprosum).
Can Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule cause birth defects?
Affirmative, Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule can cause severe birth defects or death of an unborn baby. Even a single dose during pregnancy can be dangerous. Women must use two reliable forms of birth control before, during, and after treatment, and undergo frequent pregnancy testing.
Is Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule safe for use in women who are pregnant or may become pregnant?
No, Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule must never be used during pregnancy. Women of childbearing potential must follow strict pregnancy prevention programs and avoid pregnancy for at least four weeks before starting and four weeks after stopping the medicine.
What are the serious side effects of Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule?
Earnest side effects of Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule include severe blood clots, nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy), low white blood cell count, liver problems, and serious skin rashes such as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Medical help should be sought immediately if any of these occur.
Who should not take Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule?
Individuals should not take Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule if they are pregnant, breastfeeding, or unable to follow the birth control requirements. People allergic to Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule or who have had serious blood clots or nerve damage should consult a doctor before use.
What precautions should be taken to avoid nerve damage from Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule?
Tolerants should be regularly monitored for numbness, tingling, or pain in the hands and feet during Thalid-LEP 50 Capsule treatment. If signs of nerve damage appear, the doctor may reduce the dose or stop the medicine to prevent permanent nerve problems.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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