TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE belongs to a class of medicines called 'anti-cancer/ antitumor agent', used to treat specific forms of brain tumours such as glioblastoma multiforme (a type of tumour that grows and spreads rapidly) in adults and malignant glioma, including glioblastoma multiforme or anaplastic astrocytoma (a rare malignant brain tumour) in patients older than 3years. A brain tumour is an uncontrolled and unregulated proliferation of cells in the brain. 

TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE contains Temozolomide which works by inhibiting the production of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid-genetic material of the cell), thereby affecting cell growth and division. Thus, TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE prevents tumours from growing.

Take TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE as prescribed. In some cases, TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE may cause loss of appetite, anxiety, confusion, headache, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, muscle weakness, muscle aches, and fever. Most of these side effects of TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents. TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men using TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE should use birth control to avoid pregnancy and fathering a child. It would be best not to drive and/or operate machines that require alertness as TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE may cause tiredness or sleepiness.

TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE belongs to a class of medicines called anti-cancer/antitumor agents used to treat specific forms of brain tumours such as glioblastoma multiforme (a type of tumour that grows and spreads rapidly) in adults and malignant glioma, including glioblastoma multiforme or anaplastic astrocytoma (a rare malignant brain tumour) in patients older than 3years. It contains Temozolomide which works by binding to the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid-genetic material of the cell) and interfering with cell growth and division. Thus, TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE prevents tumours from growing.

TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE midway under any circumstances without consulting the healthcare professional. Inform your doctor if you have an allergy to any components of TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE. Inform your doctor before taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE if you have allergic reactions, infections, lung, renal or hepatic disorders or low blood count (including neutropenia, lymphopenia, thrombocytopenia). TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men using TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE should use birth control to avoid pregnancy or fathering a child. Do not receive any vaccinations or immunizations without your doctor's approval while taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE.

• De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
• Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
• Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
• Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs in your diet.
• Get optimal sleep; rest well.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

• TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE.
• Your doctor may advise you to get routine blood tests done to monitor your liver function, electrolyte levels, and blood cell count.
• Both male and female patients who are taking TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE must use effective contraceptive precautions. Women of childbearing potential must use effective contraception during the treatment and for 6months after completion of the treatment. Male patients should avoid fathering a child while on treatment with TEMCAD 100MG CAPSULE and should use effective contraception during the treatment and for 3months after the treatment.

Brain tumour: A brain tumour is an uncontrolled, unregulated proliferation of cells in the brain. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. The symptoms of a brain tumour differ depending on the tumour's location in the brain. Common symptoms include headaches, fits (seizures), feeling unwell or being sick all the time, behavioural changes, paralysis, sickness, eyesight or speech impairments.