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About Temopine 20mg Capsule
Temopine 20mg 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.
Temopine 20mg 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, Temopine 20mg Capsule prevents tumours from growing.
Take Temopine 20mg Capsule as prescribed. In some cases, Temopine 20mg 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 Temopine 20mg 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. Temopine 20mg Capsule is not recommended for patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking Temopine 20mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men using Temopine 20mg 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 Temopine 20mg Capsule may cause tiredness or sleepiness.
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Temopine 20mg 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, Temopine 20mg Capsule prevents tumours from growing.
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Temopine 20mg Capsule should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Temopine 20mg Capsule. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Temopine 20mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Temopine 20mg Capsule midway under any circumstances without consulting the healthcare professional. Inform your doctor if you have an allergy to any components of Temopine 20mg Capsule. Inform your doctor before taking Temopine 20mg Capsule if you have allergic reactions, infections, lung, renal or hepatic disorders or low blood count (including neutropenia, lymphopenia, thrombocytopenia). Temopine 20mg Capsule is not recommended for patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking Temopine 20mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men using Temopine 20mg 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 Temopine 20mg Capsule.
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Temopine 20mg Capsule works by binding to the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid-genetic material of the cell) and interfering with cell growth and division. Thus, Temopine 20mg Capsule prevents tumours from growing.
Temopine 20mg Capsule may cause permanent infertility. Male patients should use effective contraception and refrain from fathering a child for up to three months after treatment is completed. Prior to treatment, it is recommended to seek sperm conservation advice from your doctor.
Yes, Temopine 20mg Capsule can cause neutropenia (low white blood cells count), lymphopenia (low lymphocytes count), thrombocytopenia (low platelet count). As a part of therapy, your doctor may monitor your blood profile.
Temopine 20mg Capsule may lead to hyperglycemia (Increased blood sugar). Consult your doctor if you are diabetic. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while taking Temopine 20mg Capsule.
The live vaccine may interact with Temopine 20mg Capsule. Do not have vaccinations or immunisations without talking to your doctor first.
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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.
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