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Temcad 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma. Other than this, Temcad 20 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Temcad 20 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Temcad 20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Temcad 20 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Temcad 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Temcad 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Temcad 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Temcad 20 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Temcad 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Temcad 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Temcad 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Temcad 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Temcad has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Temcad without medical advice.
Is the use of Temcad 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Temcad may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Temcad 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Temcad rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Temcad 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Temcad has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Temcad 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Temcad on the heart have been reported.
Temcad 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Temcad 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Temcad 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Temcad 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Temcad 20 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Temcad 20 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Temcad 20 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Temcad 20 Tablet
Taking Temcad 20 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Temcad 20 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Temcad 20 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)