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About Temospan 250 Capsule
Temospan 250 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.
Temospan 250 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, Temospan 250 Capsule prevents tumours from growing.
Take Temospan 250 Capsule as prescribed. In some cases, Temospan 250 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 Temospan 250 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. Temospan 250 Capsule is not recommended for patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking Temospan 250 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men using Temospan 250 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 Temospan 250 Capsule may cause tiredness or sleepiness.
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Temospan 250 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, Temospan 250 Capsule prevents tumours from growing.
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Temospan 250 Capsule should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Temospan 250 Capsule. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Temospan 250 Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Temospan 250 Capsule midway under any circumstances without consulting the healthcare professional. Inform your doctor if you have an allergy to any components of Temospan 250 Capsule. Inform your doctor before taking Temospan 250 Capsule if you have allergic reactions, infections, lung, renal or hepatic disorders or low blood count (including neutropenia, lymphopenia, thrombocytopenia). Temospan 250 Capsule is not recommended for patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking Temospan 250 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men using Temospan 250 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 Temospan 250 Capsule.
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Temospan 250 Capsule works by binding to the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid-genetic material of the cell) and interfering with cell growth and division. Thus, Temospan 250 Capsule prevents tumours from growing.
Temospan 250 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, Temospan 250 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.
Temospan 250 Capsule may lead to hyperglycemia (Increased blood sugar). Consult your doctor if you are diabetic. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels while taking Temospan 250 Capsule.
The live vaccine may interact with Temospan 250 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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