Thalidomide: the hot new wonder drug for morning sickness, insomnia, coughs, colds, and headaches! Thalidomide can be given with complete safety to pregnant women and nursing mothers without adverse effect on mother or child. Outstandingly safe Thalidomide has been prescribed for nearly three years in this country.
Thalidomide, once marketed as a miracle drug in the 1950s and early ’60s, was originally promoted as a safe, over-the-counter remedy for insomnia and anxiety, and a cure for morning sickness in pregnant women. But the catchy name and soothing promises didn’t quite match the disastrous effects. The drug was never properly tested for its safety in pregnancy, and it ended up causing one of the biggest medical scandals of the 20th century. Thousands of babies were born with severe birth defects, including missing limbs and deformities, leading to Thalidomide being pulled from shelves in 1961. It was a pharmaceutical blunder so bad, it made you wonder if the testers took a nap during the trials.
Despite this horrifying fallout, Thalidomide wasn’t completely written off. Fast-forward to the 1990s, and scientists discovered that the drug had potential uses in treating conditions like multiple myeloma and leprosy. Yep, after wreaking havoc in the ‘60s, it was back, this time as a controlled, heavily monitored treatment for specific diseases. The drug works by suppressing the immune system and blocking the growth of blood vessels, which can be useful in treating certain cancers and inflammatory diseases. It’s like the comeback story of the century, but with a dark past.
Today, Thalidomide is still used in specific treatments, but it’s heavily regulated, and any mention of it still comes with a big, flashing warning sign. The scandal had a silver lining in that it led to tougher drug approval standards and greater regulatory oversight, ensuring that something like this never happens again (hopefully). It’s a pharmaceutical phoenix story: it rose from the ashes of its catastrophic legacy, but not without a serious PR makeover. So while it’s no longer a “miracle drug,” it does manage to sneak into some very niche medical treatments without causing widespread chaos. Now that’s what we call a redemption arc!
How it's made
The unisex tshirt blank for adults this tee is based on is a Gildan 64000. Made with ethically grown and harvested ring-spun US cotton, this is a lightweight fabric (4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)) in a modern unisex cut. The classic fit with the crew neckline deliver a clean, versatile style that can match any occasion, whether formal or semi-formal.
Shoulders are reinforced with twill tape, there are no side seams for a smoother fit, and the ribbed-knit collar helps prevent curling. All shirts feature a pearlized, tear-away label for total wearing comfort.
Solid colors are 100% cotton, while heathers and sport grey use polyester blends for added durability. Note that due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear slightly off-white rather than bright white. 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC.
Machine wash instructions: cold (max 30C or 90F), with similar colors, do not bleach. Tumble dry: low heat. Iron, steam or dry: low heat. Do not dryclean.
Size guide
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
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| Width, in | 16.00 | 18.00 | 20.00 | 22.00 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 | 32.00 | 33.00 | 34.00 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 7.99 | 8.23 | 8.50 | 8.74 | 9.02 | 9.25 | 9.49 | 9.72 | 9.96 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
| Weight | N/A |
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