Temozorix Benefits & Uses

Temozorix is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Glioblastoma Multiforme

Temozorix 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

Temozorix Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Temozorix 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

Temozorix Related Warnings

Is the use of Temozorix safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Temozorix. If you are pregnant, do not take Temozorix without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Temozorix safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Temozorix on the Kidneys?

Temozorix rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Temozorix on the Liver?

Side effects of Temozorix rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Temozorix on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Temozorix with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Digoxin

Temozorix Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Anemia
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Temozorix

Is this Temozorix habit forming or addictive?

Temozorix is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Temozorix. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Temozorix should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Temozorix in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Temozorix Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Temozorix

You can take Temozorix with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Temozorix

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

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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