Temonat Information

Temonat is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Temonat have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Temonat is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Temonat have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Temonat are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Temonat's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Temonat related warnings talks about Temonat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Temonat are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Temonat may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Temonat is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Temonat Benefits & Uses
Temonat Dosage & How to Take
Temonat Side Effects
Temonat Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Temonat with Other Drugs
Temonat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Temonat
Temonat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Temonat Benefits & Uses

Temonat is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Brain Tumour

Temonat Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Brain Tumour Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 weeks Special Instructions: Given 75 mg/m2 orally once a day, Concomitant phase with focal radiotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Brain Tumour Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 weeks Special Instructions: Given 75 mg/m2 orally once a day, Concomitant phase with focal radiotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anaplastic Astrocytoma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: First 5 days of each treatment cycle, 150 mg/meter square
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anaplastic Astrocytoma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: First 5 days of each treatment cycle, 150 mg/meter square, dose 3 years and older children

Temonat Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Temonat is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Loss of appetite
Insomnia
Diarrhoea
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Memory problems
Hair Loss

Moderate

Rash

Mild

Fatigue
Viral Infection
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Temonat Related Warnings

Is the use of Temonat safe for pregnant women?

Temonat has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Temonat without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Temonat safe during breastfeeding?

Temonat may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Temonat on the Kidneys?

Temonat rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Temonat on the Liver?

Temonat may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Temonat on the Heart?

Temonat has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Temonat with Other Drugs

Temonat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Digoxin

Temonat Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Temonat unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Anemia
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Temonat

Is this Temonat habit forming or addictive?

Temonat does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Temonat, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Temonat can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Temonat only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Temonat is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Temonat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Temonat

Taking Temonat with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Temonat

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Temonat with alcohol will be.

Unknown