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All of the following statements about thalidomide are true, Except:

A
It has been re introduced for its activity in ENL
B
Developed as antiemetic in pregnancy but withdrawn because of phacomelia
C
Used for new and relapsed cases of Multiple myeloma
D
Most common side effects are diarrhea and euphoria
High-Yield Explanation
Thalidomide is associated with the development of constipation, rashes and peripheral neuropathy. Ref: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology By KD Tripathi, 5th Edition, Page 782; DeVita, Hellman, and Rosenberg's cancer : Principles And Practice of Oncology By Vincent T DeVita, Theodore S Lawrence, Steven A Rosenberg, Volume 1, Page 493; Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology By Ramesh C Gupta, Page 401

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