Temotec 250 Capsule Information

Temotec 250 Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Temotec 250 Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Temotec 250 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, Temotec 250 Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Temotec 250 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Temotec 250 Capsule's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Temotec 250 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Temotec 250 Capsule contraindications section.

Additionally, Temotec 250 Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Temotec 250 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Temotec 250 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Temotec 250 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Brain Tumour

Temotec 250 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

Temotec 250 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Temotec 250 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Temotec can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Temotec 250 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Temotec. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Temotec 250 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Temotec on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Temotec 250 Capsule on the Liver?

Temotec has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Temotec 250 Capsule on the Heart?

Temotec has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Temotec 250 Capsule with Other Drugs

Temotec 250 Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Digoxin

Temotec 250 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Temotec 250 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Anemia
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Temotec 250 Capsule

Is this Temotec 250 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Temotec 250 Capsule has not been reported.

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

After taking Temotec 250 Capsule, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Temotec 250 Capsule can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Temotec 250 Capsule only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Temotec 250 Capsule in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Temotec 250 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Temotec 250 Capsule

You can take Temotec 250 Capsule with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Temotec 250 Capsule

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Temotec 250 Capsule with alcohol will be.

Unknown