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 Dosage & How to Take
Oncothal Side Effects
Oncothal Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Oncothal with Other Drugs
Oncothal Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Oncothal
Oncothal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Oncothal Benefits & Uses

Oncothal is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Multiple Myeloma

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?

Oncothal shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Oncothal safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Oncothal for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Oncothal on the Kidneys?

Oncothal rarely harms the kidneys.

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?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Oncothal. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

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

Pentazocine

Amitriptyline

Chlordiazepoxide

Moderate

Atorvastatin

Olmesartan

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 -

Drug Allergy
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Epilepsy
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Oncothal

Is this Oncothal habit forming or addictive?

Oncothal does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Oncothal, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oncothal can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Oncothal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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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