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Composition :

THALIDOMIDE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTILEPROTICS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Fresenius Kabi AG? , Else-Kröner-Straße 1 ? , 61352 Bad Homburg , Germany
Other Info - THA0004

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FAQs

Thalix-100 Capsule stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells. Thereby, Thalix-100 Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma.

Do not stop taking Thalix-100 Capsule on your own. You are advised to take Thalix-100 Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Thalix-100 Capsule .

Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Thalix-100 Capsule . Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.

No, it is not safe to father a child while taking Thalix-100 Capsule . Thalidomide is present in the semen of male patients taking Thalix-100 Capsule ; it could cause severe birth defects or death of the unborn baby. During sexual activity with females of reproductive potential, always use effective contraception such as latex or synthetic condom while taking Thalix-100 Capsule and for at least 4weeks after discontinuing Thalix-100 Capsule , even if you have undergone a successful vasectomy. Male patients taking Thalix-100 Capsule must not donate semen.

Patients taking Thalix-100 Capsule must not donate blood during the treatment with Thalix-100 Capsule and for 4weeks after discontinuation of Thalix-100 Capsule as the donated blood might be given to pregnant women whose foetus should not be exposed to thalidomide since it causes severe birth defects or death of the unborn baby.

People with multiple myeloma taking Thalix-100 Capsule may have an increased risk for blood clots in veins, arteries, and lungs. The risk is higher if you take dexamethasone with Thalix-100 Capsule for treating multiple myeloma. Consult your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, and swelling in the legs or arm.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Thalix-100 Capsule as it might cause increased sleepiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Thalix-100 Capsule belongs to pregnancy category X. Thalix-100 Capsule should not be taken during pregnancy as it causes severe birth defects or death to an unborn baby. Use highly effective contraception if you are a woman of child-bearing age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

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Avoid breastfeeding while taking Thalix-100 Capsule as it is unknown if Thalix-100 Capsule passes into breastmilk.

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Driving

Unsafe

Thalix-100 Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness, and blurred vision. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Thalix-100 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

About Thalix-100 Capsule

Thalix-100 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents used to treat multiple myeloma. Thalix-100 Capsule is also used to treat and prevent symptoms of erythema nodosum leprosum (ENL) and as maintenance therapy for prevention and suppression of erythema nodosum leprosum recurrence. Multiple myeloma is a type of cancer that affects a type of white blood cells called plasma cells. ENL is an immune-mediated inflammatory complication of leprosy.
 
Thalix-100 Capsule contains ‘Thalidomide’, which works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells. Thereby, Thalix-100 Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma.

You are advised to take Thalix-100 Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as constipation, dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, tremor, dysaesthesia (abnormal sensation), low blood cell count, nausea, vomiting, swelling of hands and feet. Speak with your doctor if you experience any of these side effects persistently.
 
Do not take Thalix-100 Capsule if you are pregnant as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of an unborn baby. Avoid taking Thalix-100 Capsule if you are breastfeeding. Thalix-100 Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness, and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Thalix-100 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Thalix-100 Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Thalix-100 Capsule

Multiple myeloma, Erythema Nodosum Leprosum (ENL)

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Medicinal Benefits

Thalix-100 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents used to treat multiple myeloma. Thalix-100 Capsule works by helping the body’s immune system and directly attacks cancer. It stops the development of cancer cells, stops the blood vessels growing in cancer, and stimulates the part of the immune system to attack the cancer cells. Thereby, Thalix-100 Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma. Thalix-100 Capsule is also used to treat and prevent skin symptoms of erythema nodosum leprosum and as maintenance therapy for prevention and suppression of erythema nodosum leprosum recurrence.

Directions for Use

Swallow Thalix-100 Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Thalix-100 Capsule

  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Tiredness
  • Tremor
  • Dysaesthesia (abnormal sensation)
  • Low blood cell count
  • Swelling of hands and feet
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

Do not take Thalix-100 Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have/had blood clots, heart attack, neuropathy, slow heart rate, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, infections, viral infection, HIV, hepatitis B, epilepsy, liver or kidney problems. Do not take Thalix-100 Capsule if you are pregnant, as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of the unborn baby. Avoid taking Thalix-100 Capsule if you are breastfeeding, as it is not unknown if it passes into breastmilk. Thalix-100 Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Thalix-100 Capsule is not recommended for children. Avoid consuming alcohol with Thalix-100 Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Thalix-100 Capsule , when taken with dexamethasone, increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Stop taking Thalix-100 Capsule and consult a doctor immediately if you have think you are pregnant, if you have irregular periods, missed a period, have any change in menstrual bleeding, or if you have had sex without using two forms of birth control.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ThalidomideEltrombopag
Severe
ThalidomideVincristine
Severe

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ThalidomideEltrombopag
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule together with eltrombopag may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and eltrombopag together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideVincristine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule together with vincristine may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and vincristine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideAzacitidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule together with azacitidine may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and azacitidine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideCisplatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule together with cisplatin may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and cisplatin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideGemcitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule together with gemcitabine may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and gemcitabine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideConjugated Estrogens
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Coadministration of Thalix-100 Capsule with conjugated estrogens may increase the risk of developing blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and conjugated estrogens can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing up blood, swelling in an arm, or weakness. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideHydroxycarbamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule with hydroxycarbamide may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and hydroxycarbamide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, and/or pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideTamoxifen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule together with tamoxifen may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tamoxifen and Thalix-100 Capsule together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideChlorambucil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Taking Thalix-100 Capsule together with chlorambucil may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and chlorambucil together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideMelphalan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalix-100 Capsule:
Co-administration of Thalix-100 Capsule together with Melphalan may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalix-100 Capsule and melphalan together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No

Special Advise

  • Do not take Thalix-100 Capsule if you are pregnant as it might cause severe birth defects or death of the unborn baby.
  • Male patients taking Thalix-100 Capsule must not donate semen and should use effective contraception during sexual activity even though they have undergone vasectomy.
  • You must not donate blood while taking Thalix-100 Capsule and for 4 weeks after discontinuing Thalix-100 Capsule .
  • Thalix-100 Capsule might increase the risk of blood clots, so consult a doctor if you notice any symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling of arm or leg.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Include food rich in iron, such as lean red meat, raisins, bell peppers, Brussel sprouts, and broccoli.
  • To prevent constipation, consume fibre rich foods such as whole grains, broccoli, dried fruits, nuts, beans, apples, oranges, and pears. 

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