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Thalidomide: Research advances in cancer and other conditions
Thalidomide proves useful for skin lesions and multiple myeloma
Areas of thalidomide research
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New uses and ongoing research
Special procedures required to prevent pregnancy
Side effects other than birth defects
Creating a safer thalidomide
Creating a safer thalidomide
Researchers are working to create drugs that work like thalidomide but have fewer side effects. Drugs that are chemically similar to thalidomide are available, including:
- Lenalidomide (Revlimid)
- Pomalidomide (Pomalyst)
Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about thalidomide. Understanding thalidomide's history, its risks and its potential benefits can help you decide if it's right for you.
