Thalidomide

Uses

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

How it Works

How Thalidomide works Thalidomide modulates the activity of the body's immune system and helps indirectly attack cancer cells. It also inhibits the growth of blood vessels in tumors.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Thalidomide include nausea, rash, breathlessness, dizziness, edema (swelling), decreased calcium levels in the blood, fatigue, muscle weakness, anxiety, confusion, decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), constipation, tremors, sensory neuropathy, changes in body weight, decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), thromboembolism, muscle pain, anaphylactic reaction, headache, sleepiness, and decreased potassium levels in the blood.

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