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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Thalitero-50 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma (a type of cancer) and erythema nodosum leprosum (inflammatory disorder). It contains Thalidomide, which works by preventing the development of cancer cells and stimulating the immune system to attack the cancer cells. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as constipation, dizziness, sleepiness, tiredness, tremors, low blood cell count, nausea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

THALIDOMIDE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Drugs Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Thalitero-50 Capsule

Thalitero-50 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma. Thalitero-50 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-50 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-50 Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma.

You are advised to take Thalitero-50 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-50 Capsule if you are pregnant as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of an unborn baby. Avoid taking Thalitero-50 Capsule if you are breastfeeding. Thalitero-50 Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness, and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Thalitero-50 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Thalitero-50 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 Thalitero-50 Capsule

Treatment of Multiple myeloma, Erythema Nodosum Leprosum (ENL)

Directions for Use

Swallow Thalitero-50 Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Thalitero-50 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents used to treat multiple myeloma. Thalitero-50 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-50 Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma. Thalitero-50 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.

How Thalitero-50 Capsule Works

Thalitero-50 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-50 Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Thalitero-50 Capsule

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Thalitero-50 Capsule

Take Thalitero-50 Capsule only as prescribed by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Thalitero-50 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-50 Capsule if you are pregnant, as it might cause severe birth defects or the death of the unborn baby. Avoid taking Thalitero-50 Capsule if you are breastfeeding, as it is not unknown if it passes into breastmilk. Thalitero-50 Capsule may cause dizziness, sleepiness and blurred vision, so drive only if you are alert. Thalitero-50 Capsule is not recommended for children. Avoid consuming alcohol with Thalitero-50 Capsule as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Thalitero-50 Capsule , when taken with dexamethasone, increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Stop taking Thalitero-50 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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ThalidomideIrinotecan
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ThalidomideCapecitabine
Severe

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ThalidomideIrinotecan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's together with irinotecan may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's and irinotecan 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.
ThalidomideCapecitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's with Capecitabine may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Capecitabine can be taken with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience signs and symptoms of blood clots such as 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. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
ThalidomideDactinomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's together with dactinomycin may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's and dactinomycin 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.
ThalidomideTamoxifen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's together with tamoxifen may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tamoxifen and Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's 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.
ThalidomideDocetaxel
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's together with docetaxel may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's and docetaxel 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.
ThalidomideTrastuzumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's together with trastuzumab may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's and trastuzumab 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.
ThalidomideAtezolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's with atezolizumab may increase the risk of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's with Atezolizumab together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual symptoms, you should consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.
ThalidomideGemcitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's together with gemcitabine may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's 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.
ThalidomideIdarubicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's together with idarubicin may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's and idarubicin 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 Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's with conjugated estrogens may increase the risk of developing blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Thalitero-50 Capsule 10's 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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. 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Thalitero-50 Capsule as it might cause increased sleepiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Thalitero-50 Capsule belongs to pregnancy category X. Thalitero-50 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

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Thalitero-50 Capsule as it is unknown if Thalitero-50 Capsule passes into breastmilk.

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Driving

Unsafe

Thalitero-50 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

Unsafe

Thalitero-50 Capsule is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

FAQs

Thalitero-50 Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called immunomodulatory agents used to treat multiple myeloma. Thalitero-50 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.
Thalitero-50 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, Thalitero-50 Capsule helps treat multiple myeloma.
Do not stop taking Thalitero-50 Capsule on your own. You are advised to take Thalitero-50 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 Thalitero-50 Capsule .
Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Thalitero-50 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 Thalitero-50 Capsule . Thalidomide is present in the semen of male patients taking Thalitero-50 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 Thalitero-50 Capsule and for at least 4weeks after discontinuing Thalitero-50 Capsule , even if you have undergone a successful vasectomy. Male patients taking Thalitero-50 Capsule must not donate semen.
Patients taking Thalitero-50 Capsule must not donate blood during the treatment with Thalitero-50 Capsule and for 4weeks after discontinuation of Thalitero-50 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 Thalitero-50 Capsule may have an increased risk for blood clots in veins, arteries, and lungs. The risk is higher if you take dexamethasone with Thalitero-50 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.
Thalitero-50 Capsule may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, dizziness, heartburn, constipation, tiredness, tremor or swelling of hands and feet. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you forget to take a dose of Thalitero-50 Capsule , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the risk of side effects.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

2Nd Floor, 8-3-166/7/1 Erragadda, Hyderabad-500018
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