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Anti Convulsants and Prescriptions » Prescription Drugs 16 » THALODA KEVADON This medication is used to treat or prevent certain skin conditions related to Hansen's disease once known as leprosy (erythema nodosum leprosum). Thalidomide is also used with other drugs to treat a certain type of cancer (multiple myeloma). Thalidomide belongs to a class of drugs known as immunomodulators. It works in Hansen's disease by reducing swelling and redness (inflammation). It also reduces the formation of blood vessels that feed tumors.OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.This drug may also be used to treat certain conditions caused by cancer HIV infection and other diseases (e.g. Crohn's disease).How to use Thalidomide OralRead the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using thalidomide and each time you get a refill. Read and sign the informed consent provided by your doctor. If you have any questions consult your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth with water usually once daily at bedtime at least 1 hour after the evening meal or as directed by your doctor.Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster and the risk of serious side effects may be increased.Keep the capsules in their blister pack until ready to use. If any of the powder from the capsule gets on your skin wash the area with soap and water.Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from broken capsules. All people should wash their hands carefully after handling this drug.This medication passes into body fluids (e.g. urine). Avoid contact with body fluids from people taking this drug. Therefore wear protective clothing (e.g. gloves) when handling these body fluids (e.g. during cleanup). If contact occurs wash skin with soap and water.Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember take it at the same time each day. If you are taking this medication for Hansen's disease your skin condition may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens after 2 weeks.What conditions does this medication treat?Thalidomide Oral is used to treat the following:Acute Leprosy Reaction with Formation of Nodules Prevention of Acute Leprosy Reaction with Nodule Formation Multiple MyelomaThalidomide Oral may also be used to treat:Infection caused by Mycobacteria Significant Weight Loss from HIV A Chronic Multisystem Inflammatory Disorder Brain Tumor Porphyria Cutanea Tarda Repeatedly Occurring Small Ulcers of the Mouth Treatment to Prevent Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis Crohn's Disease Pyoderma Gangrenosum Erythema Multiforme Disease that Causes Disc-Shaped Patches On the Upper Body Skin Disease in Patients with Discoid Lupus Erythematosus Swollen Itching Skin Lesions and Erosion of Skin Chronic Skin Disease causing Very Itchy Nodules Incompatibility Reaction Following Bone Marrow Transplant Treatment to Prevent Reaction After Bone Marrow Transplant Buy THALODA KEVADON and other Prescription Drugs 16 products online at Medstore. 789
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View more Prescription Drugs 16 Anti Convulsants and Prescriptions: Dilantin Generic Phenytoin. Phenytoin is used to treat various types of convulsions and seizures. Phenytoin acts on the brain and nervous system in the treatment of epilepsy.Phenytoin comes as a capsule extended-release (long-acting) capsule chewable tablet and liquid to take by mouth. It usually is taken two or three times a day. However the extended-release capsules may be taken only once a day usually at bedtime. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take phenytoin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.Shake the liquid well before each use.Do not open crush or chew the extended-release capsules; swallow them whole.Continue to take phenytoin even if you feel well. Do not stop taking phenytoin without talking to your doctor especially if you have taken large doses for a long time. Abruptly stopping the drug can cause seizures. Your doctor probably will decrease your dose gradually. Buy Dilantin Generic Phenytoin and other Prescription Drugs 6 products online at Medstore. About Dilantin Generic Phenytoin: Product Type: Prescription Drugs 6 Dilantin ( Generic Phenytoin ) Dilantin (Generic Phenytoin) Generic Phenytoin 100mg 200 caps 30mg Generic Phenytoin Dilantin
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