Gliotem
Composition for Gliotem Products
Gliotem Products are primarily used for
Brain tumorProducts for Gliotem
Gliotem 100mg Capsule
strip of 1 Capsule
MRP₹1584.05
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Gliotem 250mg Capsule
strip of 1 Capsule
MRP₹4597.58
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Gliotem 20mg Capsule
strip of 1 Capsule
MRP₹463.37
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Gliotem 20mg Capsule
strip of 5 capsules
MRP₹453.24
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About Gliotem Products
Gliotem Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Gliotem are Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Headache, Fatigue, Convulsion, Coordination disorder, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Fever, Hair loss, Hemiparesis (weakness on one side of the body), Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Loss of appetite, Memory loss, Rash, Viral infection, Weakness.
How Gliotem Products work
Temozolomide is an anti-cancer medication. It enters the brain tissues and works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.
In Depth Information for Gliotem Products
- Gliotem should be taken on an empty stomach.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe skin rash, fever, chills, headache and shortness of breath during the treatment.
Patient Concerns about Gliotem Products
Frequently asked questions about Gliotem Products
Q. What is Gliotem 100mg Capsule used for?
Gliotem 100mg Capsule is used to treat certain types of brain cancer, including glioblastoma multiforme and anaplastic astrocytoma. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.
Q. Can Gliotem 100mg Capsule cause serious side effects?
Yes. Serious side effects of Gliotem 100mg Capsule include low blood cell counts (increasing infection or bleeding risk), liver problems, severe allergic reactions, and leukemia. Your doctor may advise routine blood tests to monitor for these issues.
Q. How long will I need to take Gliotem 100mg Capsule?
The treatment length of Gliotem 100mg Capsule depends on your type of brain cancer and response to this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe it in cycles, including a 5-day schedule every 28 days. Stick to the prescribed treatment regimen for safer and faster results.
Q. Can I take Gliotem 100mg Capsule with food?
It is best to take Gliotem 100mg Capsule on an empty stomach. Taking it with food may reduce how well your body absorbs the medicine.
Q. What precautions should I take while using Gliotem 100mg Capsule?
While using Gliotem 100mg Capsule, you should wash your hands after handling this medicine, avoid contact with sick people (due to low immunity), use effective birth control as the drug may harm an unborn baby, and do not break this medicine.
Q. Who should not take Gliotem 100mg Capsule?
Individuals should not take Gliotem 100mg Capsule if they are allergic to temozolomide or any other ingredients present in Gliotem 100mg Capsule, have severely low blood cell counts, or are pregnant or planning pregnancy.