What side effects may I notice from receiving Thalomid?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-low blood counts - this medicine may decrease the number of white blood cells and platelets. You may be at increased risk for infections and bleeding
-pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
-rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-seizures
-signs and symptoms of bleeding such as bloody or black, tarry stools; red or dark-brown urine; spitting up blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds; red spots on the skin; unusual bruising or bleeding from the eye, gums, or nose; blood in the urine
-signs and symptoms of a blood clot such as breathing problems; chest pain; pain, swelling, warmth in the leg
-signs and symptoms of a dangerous change in heartbeat or heart rhythm like dizziness; unusually slow heartbeat; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls; breathing problems
-signs and symptoms of a stroke like changes in vision; confusion; trouble speaking or understanding; severe headaches; sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg; trouble walking; dizziness; loss of balance or coordination
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-anxious
-confusion
-constipation
-decreased appetite
-dry skin
-muscle cramps
-nausea
-swelling of the ankles, feet, hands
-tiredness
-tremors

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Thalomid. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.