Thalidomide
Definition
Thalidomide, which is also known as Thalomid, is a drug used to fight aggressive cancers, particularly those that have metastasized, or spread.
Purpose
There are many studies, either in progress or recently completed, that suggest thalidomide can slow or stop the spread of cancer of the brain, breast, colon and prostate, as well as multiple myeloma (a cancer of the marrow of the bone). Research studies that consider the benefit of thalidomide in treating other cancers are multiplying rapidly. The use of the drug in cancer therapy is likely to increase.
Description
Thalidomide was first introduced in 1957 primarily...
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