In Lepra reactionLepra reactions are complicated inflammatory reactions that may occur before, during or after the treatment for leprosy, a serious bacterial skin disease. These reactions increase nerve damage and worsen disability in leprosy patients. Therefore lepra reactions need treatment with medicines such as Thalimide 100mg Capsule in order to stimulate the immune system and aid in recovery. This medicine will also prevent further damage due to lepra reactions. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.

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 you’re worried about them

Common Side Effects :
Nausea
Rash
Breathlessness
Dizziness
Edema (swelling)
Fatigue
Muscle weakness
Anxiety
Confusion
Constipation
Tremors
Sensory neuropathy
Change in body weight
Thromboembolism
Muscle pain
Anaphylactic reaction
Decreased potassium level in blood
Headache
Sleepiness

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Thalimide 100mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Thalimide 100mg Capsule modulates the activity of body's immune system and helps indirectly attacking the cancer cells. It also stops the growth of blood vessels in cancer.

Alcohol:
Thalimide 100mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy:
Thalimide 100mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breastfeeding:
Thalimide 100mg 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:
Thalimide 100mg 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 Thalimide 100mg Capsule and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:
Thalimide 100mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Thalimide 100mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:
Thalimide 100mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Thalimide 100mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Thalimide 100mg Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach, try to take it at same time every day.
Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
Do not donate blood during or after 7 days of the treatment with this medicine.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function.

If you miss a dose of Thalimide 100mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.