Showing posts with label myeloma. Show all posts
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Thursday, February 5, 2009

Thalidomide and Multiple Myeloma

Information recently presented regarding trials of thalidomide (and derivatives) in combination with other drugs as a treatment of Multiple Myeloma. Results and effectiveness of several combinations are published - some including thalidomide and some without. I have listed those that include thalidomide and/or derivatives for your reference.

In this Cancer News Article on CancerConsultants.com refer to the paragraph:
Pomalidomide (CC4047)

In this Cancer News Article on CancerConsultants.com refer to the paragraphs:
Velcade, Doxorubicin, and Dexamethasone for Induction (Note Revlimid – thalidomide derivative)
Velcade, Cytoxan, Revlimid, and Dexamethasone for Induction
Velcade, Melphalan, and Prednisone Versus Velcade, Thalidomide, and Prednisone for Induction
Velcade, Revlimid, and Dexamethasone for Induction

Other articles from 2001-present on CancerConsultants.com regarding thalidomide research and findings in treating a variety of diseases.