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It sedated pregnant women, and then it affected the fetus of the pregnant woman which caused birth defects

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Yes - there are thousands of deformed people as proof of the Thalidomide trials ! The drug Thalidomide was initially marketed as a cure for 'morning sickness' associated with early pregnancy. HOWEVER - the drug also caused deformities in the developing embryos, resulting in mental an physical abnormalities. There was a huge legal battle to get the makers of Thalidomide to accept responsibility for the flaw in their product. See the related link to Wikipedia for a detailed article on the drug - and its consequences.


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The chemical formula of thalidomide is C13H10N2O4.


How did Thalidomide help pregnant women?

Thalidomide was supposed to be an effective sedative for pregnant women, but thalidomide caused birth defects and peripheral neuropathy.


Where can you buy thalidomide?

Back in the day, Thalidomide was used to treat morning sickness. Problems arose after birth defects started to occur. Soon afterward the drug was banned completely. Fairly recently, thalidomide has been seen to treat illnesses such as leprosy, Kahlers disease, and possibly AIDS.As to where it can be purchased, without a prescription, nowhere. If you need it for some illness talk to a doctor.


Where can youbuy thalidomide?

Back in the day, Thalidomide was used to treat morning sickness. Problems arose after birth defects started to occur. Soon afterward the drug was banned completely. Fairly recently, thalidomide has been seen to treat illnesses such as leprosy, Kahlers disease, and possibly AIDS.As to where it can be purchased, without a prescription, nowhere. If you need it for some illness talk to a doctor.


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