Methyl aminolevulinate topical and Thalomid

• Generic Name: methyl aminolevulinate topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Metvixia

Methyl aminolevulinate makes your skin more sensitive to light. It works by causing a reaction with light that can destroy certain types of diseased skin cells.

Methyl aminolevulinate topical (for the skin) is used in combination with red light therapy to treat a skin condition called actinic keratosis of the face and scalp.

Methyl aminolevulinate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: thalidomide
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Thalomid

Thalomid (thalidomide) affects the immune system. It promotes immune responses to help slow tumor growth.

Thalomid is used together with dexamethasone to treat multiple myeloma (bone marrow cancer).

Thalomid is also used to treat and prevent moderate to severe skin lesions caused by leprosy.

Thalomid is available only in a 28-day supply from a certified pharmacy under a special program called Thalomid REMS. You must be registered in the program and agree to use birth control as required. You will be limited to a 28-day supply of medicine each time your prescription is refilled.