Temozad
Temozad Products are primarily used for
Malignant melanoma, Hodgkin’s disease, Multiple myeloma
About Temozad Products
Uses of Temozad Products
Temozolomide is used in the treatment of malignant melanoma, Hodgkin’s disease, multiple myeloma, brain tumor, blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer and lung cancer.
Temozad Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Temozad 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 Temozad 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.
Patient Concerns about Temozad Products
Frequently asked questions about Temozad Products
Frequently asked questions about Temozolomide
Q. What is Temozad 250 Tablet used for?
Temozad 250 Tablet 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 Temozad 250 Tablet cause serious side effects?
Yes. Serious side effects of Temozad 250 Tablet 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 Temozad 250 Tablet?
The treatment length of Temozad 250 Tablet 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 Temozad 250 Tablet with food?
It is best to take Temozad 250 Tablet 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 Temozad 250 Tablet?
While using Temozad 250 Tablet, 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 Temozad 250 Tablet?
Individuals should not take Temozad 250 Tablet if they are allergic to temozolomide or any other ingredients present in Temozad 250 Tablet, have severely low blood cell counts, or are pregnant or planning pregnancy.