Uses / Indications:
Temoside 20mg is mostly used for:
Treatment of brain cancers, such as astrocytoma and glioblastoma multiforme.
After surgery or radiation, maintenance therapy is used to lower the risk of the tumor coming back.
Often used with radiation therapy to treat aggressive cancers.
Pregnancy interaction:
It is not a good idea to take temozolomide while pregnant.
Could hurt the baby.
Women who can get pregnant should take effective birth control during treatment and for at least six months after treatment.
Men should also use birth control to avoid getting their partners pregnant while they are getting treatment.
Expert advice:
A professional oncologist should be the only one to prescribe and keep an eye on this medicine.
During treatment, make sure you drink enough water and consume a balanced diet.
Tell your doctor right once if you see any signs of illness, unusual bleeding, or extreme tiredness.
Stay away from illnesses because your immune system is temporarily weak.
For safety and effectiveness, regular follow-ups and blood tests are very important.
Side Effects:
Feeling sick and throwing up
Tiredness and weakness
Not wanting to eat
Headache
Side effects that are serious (get medical help right away):
Severe bone marrow suppression (low levels of white blood cells, red blood cells, or platelets)
Fever and sore throat are signs of an infection.
Very bad allergic symptoms, include a rash, swelling, and trouble breathing
Problems with the liver or kidneys
How to use:
Dosage: As your oncologist says to. Usually taken once a day for five days in a row in a 28-day cycle.
Administration: Take the capsules with water on an empty stomach. Don't chew or crush.
Take at the same time every day for the best results.
Monitoring: You need to have blood tests done on a regular basis to check your liver, kidneys, and blood counts.
How it works:
Contains Temozolomide, a type of chemotherapy that works by adding alkyl groups.
It works by hurting the DNA of cancer cells, which stops them from growing.
Causes cells to die, which slows the growth of tumors.
It is a medication that works on cancer cells all over the body.
Faq for medicine:
Q1: Is it okay to take Temoside with food?
A: For the optimum absorption, it is advisable to take it on an empty stomach.
Q2: How long does a treatment cycle last?
A: Usually 28 days: 5 days of taking medicine and 23 days of not taking it.
Q3: Is it safe to take other drugs while on Temoside?
A: Some medicines may not work well together; always talk to your doctor.
Q4: Can it make your hair fall out?
A: Some people may lose hair or thin it, but not everyone does.
Q5: Is it safe to use for a long time?
A: Long-term use needs constant supervision because it could damage the organs and inhibit the bone marrow.
Medicine interaction:
Temoside may have an effect on:
Other chemotherapy medicines may make things worse.
Blood thinners (warfarin) need to be watched for the right dose.
Some anticonvulsants may change the levels of temozolomide.
Before commencing therapy, tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal preparations you take.
