Temozolomide Capsules IP 100 mg
Gliotem 100 Capsule
Gliotem 100 Capsule is prescribed for the treatment of brain tumour known as malignant (cancerous) glioma.
Gliotem 100 Capsule Composition :-
Gliotem 100 Capsule consists of : Temozolomide 100mg.
Temozolomide is a alkylating agents.
Gliotem 100 Capsule Uses :-
Gliotem 100 Capsule is an anti-cancer medicine or a type of chemotherapy. Gliotem 100 Capsule is used for treatment of certain types of brain tumour known as malignant (cancerous) glioma.
Malignant glioma includes glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) and anaplastic astrocytoma.
Gliotem 100 Capsule Dosage :-
Gliotem 100 Capsule is a prescription medicine.
Take Gliotem 100 Capsule properly as your doctor tells you to take it.
Gliotem 100 Capsule take one time in a day. You must have Gliotem 100 Capsule at the same time daily.
You have to swallow the Gliotem 100 Capsule whole with a glass of water with an empty stomach. For example, you can take the Gliotem 100 Capsule an hour before you have to eat a meal.
Don't cut, crush, or chew the Gliotem 100 Capsule.
Gliotem 100 Capsule Side-effects :-
Side effects may vary from person to person. They also depend on what other treatments you are having. For example, your side effects may be worse if you are also taking other medicines or radiotherapy.
Common side effects of Gliotem 100 Capsule :
• Increased risk of infection,
• Bruising, bleeding gums or nose bleeds,
• Loss of appetite,
• Headache,
• Feeling and being sick,
• Constipation,
• Diarrhoea
• Tiredness,
• Weakness on one side of your body,
• Hair loss,
• Skin rash.
These are not all the possible side effects of Gliotem 100 Capsule. Consult your doctor and if you have any new or worsening side effects.
How Gliotem 100 Capsule Works :-
Gliotem 100 Capsule contains : Temozolomide.
Temozolomide is a alkylating agents. Temozolomide works by obstructing cancer cells from making DNA. DNA stands for DeoxyriboNucleic Acid, the genetic material of a cell. If the cancer cells can not make DNA, they can not rupture into 2 new cells, so the cancer could not grow.
Thus, Gliotem 100 Capsule treats the brain tumour known as malignant (cancerous) glioma.
Precautions & Warnings :-
• You should have blood tests before and during treatment with Gliotem 100 Capsule. Check the amount of blood cells and other substances in your blood. It also checks how well your liver and kidneys are working.
• Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you have signs of infection, involving a temperature above 37.5°C or below 36°C.
• Gliotem 100 Capsule can interact with some other medicines and herbal products. Inform your doctor about any medicines you are taking such as, vitamins, herbal supplements & also over the counter medicine/ remedies.
• Gliotem 100 Capsule can harm the unborn baby. Do not become pregnant while you are having treatment with Gliotem 100 Capsule and for at least 6 months after it. Consult your doctor about adjuvant contraception before starting treatment with Gliotem 100 Capsule.
• Loss of fertility :
You can not be able to become pregnant or father a child after treatment with this drug. Inform to your doctor before begining treatment if you think you want to have a baby in the future.
Men may be able to store sperm before starting treatment. And women can be able to store eggs or ovarian tissue. But these services are not available in every hospital, so you can need to ask your doctor about this.
• Breastfeeding:
Do not breastfeed during this treatment because the Gliotem 100 Capsule (Temozolomide) can come through into your breast milk.
• Immunisations:
Do not have immunisations with live vaccines while you are having treatment and for up to 12 months afterwards. The length of time depends on the treatment you are taking. Consult your doctor how long you should avoid live vaccinations.
• Hepatitis B: Inform your doctor if you have ever had hepatitis B. Gliotem 100 Capsule (Temozolomide) may cause reactivation of hepatitis B. If this happens, your doctor may examine you during your treatment.
• Driving or operating machinery :
Do not drive or operate machinery or tools if you have side effects like dizziness, tiredness, sleepiness or blurred vision.
Gliotem 100 Capsule Mfg By :-
Gliotem 100 Capsule Price :-
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Gliotem 100 Capsule Storage :-
Gliotem 100 Capsule : store below 30°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Temozolomide,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of certain types of brain tumour.