(ATDN) Thalidomide

(ATDN) Thalidomide

Treatment Review #17 - March 1995

Thalidomide is in clinical trials now for the treatment of HIV infection, mouth ulcers, and wasting associated with HIV infection. A special program provides thalidomide for treatment of apthous ulcers (ulcers in the mouth). The program is sponsored by the FDA, the government agency responsible for approving drugs for treatment. They ask doctors to fax requests with as much information as possible. The fax number is (301) 443-9292. Currently the FDA is approving 10-20 requests for people with AIDS for the treatment of apthous ulcers each week. The FDA asks that an oral biopsy be done to make sure the ulcers are not due to viral or fungal infections. If you and your doctor have difficulty obtaining thalidomide, you should call the PWA Health Group at (212) 255-0520. A special information packet is available from this organization. The FDA has also been approving some applications for use of thalidomide in treating anal ulcers and weight loss. Once the application is approved, the drug is provided free, one month at a time.

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