Thalitero 100 mg Capsules

What Is Thalitero 100mg?

Thalitero 100 is a capsule used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and lepra reaction. It belongs to a group of medicine that affects the human immune system. The medicine should be consumed with an empty stomach. Try consuming the medicine at a regular interval of time, it will be more effective.

Consult with the doctor about its proper dose for you as it depends on your severity and prevailing health conditions. Try consuming the medicine as directed by your doctor as taking it in an incorrect way or too much can lead to severe side effects. 

The medicine will start showing its beneficial effects within months, so have patience and consume the drug as directed. It is also essential to complete the drug's full program, stopping it in between can lead to the myeloma and lepra reaction's recurrence.

Headache, sleepiness, nausea, rash, weakness, and dizziness are some of the common side effects that may occur due to the improper use of Thalitero 100. A regular blood test is required while consuming the medicine as it may lower the count of blood cells. The medicine may cause a blood clot, and thus the doctor may prescribe you other medicine for this.

People with heart, liver, or kidney disease should take Thalitero 100 with extra caution as it may affect their condition. Thalitero 100mg is not recommended in case of pregnancy and breastfeeding. Do not take medicine even while trying to be pregnant. Instead, use effective contraception.

What Is The Use Of Thalitero 100mg?

Thalitero 100mg is used in treating the following health conditions:-

Multiple myeloma:

It is a type of cancer that develops in the plasma cells(WBS), part of your immune system that protect your body from foreign substances. This can lead to bones, weakness, weight loss, and frequent infections as the human immune system get weak.

In normal humans, the cycle of preparing the bones is ahead of destroying the bones. But in the case of multiple myeloma, the body destroys the bones faster than it prepares. Thalitero capsules are usually prescribed with other medicines during chemotherapy. This increases the survival rate of people suffering from multiple myeloma.

The medicine helps kill cancer cells and prevents the further growth of infection to other parts of the body. Always follow the doctor's instructions, it will help you get rid of cancer cells easily and early.

Lepra reaction:

It is a chronic, progressive bacterial infection that primarily affects the extremities' nerves, the skin, the lining of the nose, and the upper respiratory tract. Such inflammatory reactions occur before, during, or after the treatment for leprosy.

If not treated, these reactions can increase nerve damage and may worsen your condition. Thalitero 100mg helps by stimulating the immune system and aid in recovery. It also prevents further damage caused due to lepra reactions.

Who Manufactures Thalitero 100mg?

Hetero Drugs Ltd, India's generic pharmaceutical company and the "world's largest producer of anti-retroviral drugs", manufactures Thalitero 100mg. It is a pharmaceutical organization engaged in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of high-quality chemical and biological products worldwide.

What Is The Strength Of Thalitero?

The strength of medicine means the amount of sal composition in its unit dose. Here, the strength of Thaliterp is 100mg that means one capsule of the medicine has 100mg of Thalidomide. 

Thalitero is available in multiple strengths, such as:-

• Thalitero 50mg
• Thalitero 100mg

Are There Any Side Effects Of Thalidomide(Thalitero)?

If the medicine is not consumed as directed by the doctor, it may lead to side effects, such as:-

Mild Side Effects 

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Constipation
• Weakness
• Dry skin 
• Numbness
• Tingling
• Pain
• Burning in the feet or hands
• Muscle weakness
• Cramps
• A feeling of tightness in the feet

Severe side effects

• Mental or mood swing
• Shortness of breath
• Easy bruising/ Bleeding black/ bloody stools
• Vomit containing blood
• Fever
• Swollen lymph node
• Red skin lesions with a purple center
• Severe dizziness
• Difficulty while breathing
• Inability to speak
• Itching skin
• Muscle jerking of the arms and legs
• Pinpoint red spots on the skin
• Red, irritated eyes
• Slow speech
• Sudden loss of consciousness
• Difficulty in moving the arms, legs, or facial muscles

Some side effects do not require special medical care, such as:-

• Constipation
• Dry skin
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Weight changes

Which Diseases Interact With Thalidomide(Thalitero)?

5 well-known diseases show interactions with Thalidomide(Thalitero), such as:-

• Seizures
• HIV infection
• Hypotension
• Neutropenia
• Peripheral neuropathy

Which Medicines Show Interactions With Thalidomide(Thalitero)?

There are a total of 701 known drugs that interact with Thalidomide(Thalitero), but the most common ones are mentioned below:-

• Abilify (aripiprazole)
• Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin)
• Aredia (pamidronate)
• Aspir-Low (aspirin)
• Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)
• Co-trimoxazole (sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim)
• Compazine (prochlorperazine)
• Coumadin (warfarin)
• Crestor (rosuvastatin)
• Cymbalta (duloxetine)
• Klor-Con (potassium chloride)
• Lasix (furosemide)
• Levaquin (levofloxacin)
• Loestrin 24 Fe (Ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone)
• Lovenox (enoxaparin)
• Synthroid (levothyroxine)
• Velcade (bortezomib)
• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)
• Zofran (ondansetron)
• Zometa (zoledronic acid)

How To Consume Thalitero 100mg?

Try consuming Thalitero 100mg with an empty stomach at a regular interval of time(timing is important). Consult with the doctor about the dose of the medicine and do always follow the instructions provided by him.

Do not crush, chew, or break the medicine just swallow it with a glass of water.

Precautions While Consuming Thalidomide(Thalitero) 100mg

Please do follow the instructions mentioned below while consuming Thalitero 100mg:-

• Do not consume alcohol with Thalitero, it may make your health condition worse.
• The medicine is strictly not prescribed during pregnancy. Women consuming this medicine are strictly recommended to use highly effective contraceptive measures.
• Consult with your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
• The medicine may cause dizziness and lightheadedness, and thus recommended not to drive soon after consuming the medicine.
• People with kidney or liver complications are requested to consume the medicine with high caution.
• As the Thalitero 100 causes dizziness and lightheadedness, try getting up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

What To Do In Case Of Overdose Of The Medicine?

In case you miss the dose of the medicine, and it's almost the time for the next dose, consume the drug at the time of the next dose. If it's not too late, consume the drug as soon s possible.

How to Handle The Medicine?

Keep the medicine at room temperature below 30℃, and away from the light, moisture, and children. Do not forget to dispose of the drug properly.