Thalitero Capsule 10's

Thalitero Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma. Thalitero Capsule is also used to treat and prevent symptoms of erythema nodosum leprosum (ENL) and as maintenance therapy for the 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.
 
Thalitero 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, Thalitero Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma.

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

Thalitero Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents used to treat multiple myeloma. Thalitero 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, Thalitero Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma. Thalitero 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.

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

Do not take Thalitero 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 Thalitero Capsule if you are pregnant, as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of the unborn baby. Avoid taking Thalitero Capsule if you are breastfeeding, as it is not unknown if it passes into breastmilk. Thalitero Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Thalitero Capsule is not recommended for children. Avoid consuming alcohol with Thalitero Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Thalitero Capsule , when taken with dexamethasone, increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Stop taking Thalitero 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.

• 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.