Redemide 50mg Capsule
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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In-stock 10 capsules in 1 strip
312.50

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol Pregnancy

USED FOR:
Multiple myeloma Lepra reaction

COMPOSITION:
Thalidomide (50mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Taking thalidomide together with alcohol may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.

CAUTION
Pregnancy
CAUTION

Redemide 50mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Redemide 50mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.You may experience side effects, such as dizziness, tiredness, sleepiness or blurred vision with Redemide 50mg Capsule and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Redemide 50mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Redemide 50mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Redemide 50mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Redemide 50mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Thalidomide   50mg

Uses of Redemide Capsule
Redemide 50mg Capsule is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and lepra reaction.

How to use Redemide Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Redemide 50mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

How Redemide Capsule works
Redemide 50mg 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.

Side Effects:

Common Headache, Sleepiness, Nausea, Rash, Breathlessness, Weakness, Dizziness, Edema, Loss of appetite, Decreased white blood cell count, Decreased calcium level in blood, Weight gain, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Fever, Anxiety, Blood clots , Dry skin, Weight loss, Confusion, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Neuropathy, Constipation, Tremor.

Expert advice for Redemide Capsule
Use an effective method of contraception for 4 weeks before starting treatment, during treatment, and until 4 weeks after stopping treatment. Before taking thalidomide inform your doctor if you have had a heart attack, have ever had a blood clotting related disorder, or if you smoke, have high blood pressure or high cholesterol levels, have existing slow heart rate (this may be symptoms of bradycardia), existing neuropathy i.e. tingling, abnormal co-ordination or pain in your hands or feet, sleepiness, a condition called Tumor Lysis Syndrome, severe infections. Consult a doctor if you develop allergic reaction such as rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or trouble breathing during thalidomide therapy. Avoid donating blood during thalidomide treatment and for 1 week after stopping treatment. Do not drive or operate machinery as thalidomide may cause fatigue, dizziness, somnolence and blurred vision.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.