Temolon 20 Capsule Information

Temolon 20 Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma. Temolon 20 Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Temolon 20 Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Temolon 20 Capsule have been listed ahead. These side effects of Temolon 20 Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Temolon 20 Capsule has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Temolon 20 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Temolon 20 Capsule related warnings section.

The section on Temolon 20 Capsule contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Temolon 20 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Temolon 20 Capsule, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Temolon 20 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Temolon 20 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Brain Tumour

Temolon 20 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

Temolon 20 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Temolon 20 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Temolon 20 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Temolon 20 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Temolon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Temolon 20 Capsule on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Temolon on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Temolon 20 Capsule on the Heart?

Temolon has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Temolon 20 Capsule with Other Drugs

Temolon 20 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Digoxin

Temolon 20 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Temolon 20 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Anemia
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Temolon 20 Capsule

Is this Temolon 20 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Temolon 20 Capsule.

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

After taking Temolon 20 Capsule, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Temolon 20 Capsule can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Temolon 20 Capsule only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Temolon 20 Capsule for mental disorders.

No

Temolon 20 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Temolon 20 Capsule

Taking Temolon 20 Capsule with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Temolon 20 Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Temolon 20 Capsule.

Unknown