Adthal

Composition for Adthal Products

Thalidomide

Adthal Products are primarily used for

Multiple myeloma, Lepra reaction

About Adthal Products

Uses of Adthal Products

Thalidomide is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and lepra reaction.

Adthal Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Adthal are Nausea, Rash, Breathlessness, Dizziness, Edema (swelling), Decreased calcium level in blood, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Anxiety, Confusion, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Constipation, Tremors, Sensory neuropathy, Change in body weight, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Thromboembolism, Muscle pain, Anaphylactic reaction, Headache, Sleepiness, Decreased potassium level in blood.

Severe

Side Effects of Adthal are Depression, Slow heart rate, Increased potassium level in blood, Acute renal failure, Sexual dysfunction, Fetal malformations, Venous thromboembolism, Arterial thromboembolism (blood clot in artery), Drowsiness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Cutaneous reactions, Seizure, Tumor lysis syndrome, Hypersensitivity, Abnormal liver function tests.

How Adthal Products work

Thalidomide 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.

In Depth Information for Adthal Products

Patient Concerns about Adthal Products

Frequently asked questions about Adthal Products

Frequently asked questions about Thalidomide

Q. What is Adthal 50 Capsule used for?

Adthal 50 Capsule is used to treat multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. It is also used to treat moderate to severe skin lesions caused by leprosy (erythema nodosum leprosum).

Q. Can Adthal 50 Capsule cause birth defects?

Yes, Adthal 50 Capsule can cause severe birth defects or death of an unborn baby. Even a single dose during pregnancy can be dangerous. Women must use two reliable forms of birth control before, during, and after treatment, and undergo frequent pregnancy testing.

Q. Is Adthal 50 Capsule safe for use in women who are pregnant or may become pregnant?

No, Adthal 50 Capsule must never be used during pregnancy. Women of childbearing potential must follow strict pregnancy prevention programs and avoid pregnancy for at least four weeks before starting and four weeks after stopping the medicine.

Q. What are the serious side effects of Adthal 50 Capsule?

Serious side effects of Adthal 50 Capsule include severe blood clots, nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy), low white blood cell count, liver problems, and serious skin rashes such as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Medical help should be sought immediately if any of these occur.

Q. Who should not take Adthal 50 Capsule?

Individuals should not take Adthal 50 Capsule if they are pregnant, breastfeeding, or unable to follow the birth control requirements. People allergic to Adthal 50 Capsule or who have had serious blood clots or nerve damage should consult a doctor before use.

Q. What precautions should be taken to avoid nerve damage from Adthal 50 Capsule?

Patients should be regularly monitored for numbness, tingling, or pain in the hands and feet during Adthal 50 Capsule treatment. If signs of nerve damage appear, the doctor may reduce the dose or stop the medicine to prevent permanent nerve problems.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 9th Dec 2024.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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