Oncothal 100 Capsule

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Oncothal 100 Capsule

10 Capsule in 1 Strip
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10 CAPSULE | 1 Strip
₹ 518
171 people have bought this recently

Oncothal Information

Oncothal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Multiple Myeloma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Oncothal have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Oncothal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oncothal as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Oncothal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Oncothal's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Oncothal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oncothal related warnings section.

Oncothal is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bleeding, Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oncothal contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Oncothal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Oncothal, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Oncothal Benefits & Uses

Oncothal is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Oncothal Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Multiple Myeloma
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in combination with dexamethasone 40 mg orally on days 1 to 4, 9 to 12, and 17 to 20 days
Geriatric
  • Disease: Multiple Myeloma
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in combination with dexamethasone 40 mg orally on days 1 to 4, 9 to 12, and 17 to 20 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Leprosy
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 300 mg, once daily in sever condition, after 2 weeks dose decrease 50 mg once daily

Oncothal Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Oncothal safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Oncothal. If you are pregnant, do not take Oncothal without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Oncothal safe during breastfeeding?


    In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Oncothal in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Oncothal is unavailable.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Oncothal on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Oncothal on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Oncothal on the Liver?


    Side effects of Oncothal rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Oncothal on the Heart?


    Oncothal may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Oncothal with Other Drugs

Oncothal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Oncothal Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oncothal unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Oncothal

  • Is this Oncothal habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Oncothal has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Oncothal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Oncothal should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Oncothal for mental disorders.

    No

Oncothal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Oncothal


    There is no information on the effects of taking Oncothal with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Oncothal


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Oncothal with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Thalomid® (thalidomide)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 786

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1195-1198



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