Temodal 250mg Capsule is used in the treatment of a specific type of cancer of the brain. It is used to treat brain tumors if they return or get worse after standard treatment. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.

Temodal 250mg Capsule is used in the treatment of many types of cancer

Uses of Temodal Capsule

Brain tumor

Benefits of Temodal Capsule

In Brain tumor

Brain tumor is an abnormal mass or collection of cells that may be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign). Temodal 250mg Capsule kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Temodal Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Temodal

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 to use Temodal Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Temodal 250mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Temodal 250mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Temodal 250mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Temodal 250mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Temodal 250mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Temodal 250mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Temodal 250mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Cautious use is advised in patients with severe kidney disease while they are taking Temodal 250mg Capsule.

Liver

CAUTION

Temodal 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Temodal 250mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Temodal 250mg Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

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Quick tips

Temodal 250mg Capsule 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dacarbazine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Alkylating agent

Patient concerns

any treatment of brain tumor w

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir in this case homeopathy can be given as add-on with conventional medicine. By doing so we can improve the longevity of patient, quality of life and decrease disease progression.

Brain tumor that why doctor suggest to do test

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Please consult a neuro surgeon.

User feedback

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Brain tumor

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Excellent

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What were the side-effects while using Temodal 250mg Capsule?

Weakness

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How do you take Temodal Capsule?

With or witho*

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*With or without food

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References

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Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1324-25.
Temozolomide. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: Merck & Co., Inc.; 1999 [revised Sep. 2015]. [Accecssed 25 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Temodal 250mg Capsule

Product introduction

Uses of Temodal Capsule

Benefits of Temodal Capsule

In Brain tumor

Side effects of Temodal Capsule

Common side effects of Temodal

How to use Temodal Capsule

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

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References

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