Temcad 100 Capsule

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Temcad 100 Capsule Information

Temcad 100 Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma. The alternative uses of Temcad 100 Capsule have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Temcad 100 Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Temcad 100 Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Temcad 100 Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Temcad 100 Capsule's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Temcad 100 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Temcad 100 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Temcad 100 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Temcad 100 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Temcad 100 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Temcad 100 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Temcad 100 Capsule 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

Temcad 100 Capsule Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Temcad 100 Capsule safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Temcad 100 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Temcad 100 Capsule on the Kidneys?


    Temcad rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Temcad 100 Capsule on the Liver?


    Temcad has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Temcad 100 Capsule on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Temcad on the heart have been reported.

    Mild

Temcad 100 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Temcad 100 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Temcad 100 Capsule

  • Is this Temcad 100 Capsule habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Temcad 100 Capsule has not been reported.

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


    After taking Temcad 100 Capsule you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Temcad 100 Capsule only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Temcad 100 Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Temcad 100 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Temcad 100 Capsule


    Taking Temcad 100 Capsule with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Temcad 100 Capsule


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Temcad 100 Capsule and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Temodar® (temozolomide)


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