For women of childbearing potential, thalidomide is contraindicated unless all of the following are met: • She understands the teratogenic risk to the unborn child • She understands the need for effective contraception, without interruption, 4 weeks before starting treatment, throughout the entire duration of treatment, and 4 weeks after the end of treatment • Even if a woman of childbearing potential has amenorrhea she must follow all the advice on effective contraception • She should be capable of complying with effective contraceptive measures • She is informed and understands the potential consequences of pregnancy and the need to rapidly consult if there is a risk of pregnancy • She understands the need to commence the treatment as soon as thalidomide is dispensed following a negative pregnancy test • She understands the need and accepts to undergo pregnancy testing every 4 weeks • She acknowledges that she understands the hazards and necessary precautions associated with the use of thalidomide.