Temonat 20mg

Description Of Temonat 20mg

Temonat 20mg Capsule is an anticancer agent used in the treatment of certain types of brain cancers. This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hepatic and renal impairment. It is not recommended for use in children under 3 years of age.

Temonat 20mg Chemical Name

• Temozolomide

Temonat 20mg Manufacturer

• Natco Pharma Ltd.

Uses of Temonat 20mg

Temonat 20mg Capsule is used in the treatment of brain tumor.

What is Temonat 20mg?

Temonat 20mg Capsule is used for Grade lll and lv brain tumor, Skin cancer, Cancer of glial tissue of the nervous system and other conditions. Temonat 20mg Capsule may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How Temonat 20mg working?

Temonat 20mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It enters the brain tissues and works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.

How is Temonat 20mg used?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Temonat 20mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Temonat 20mg Indications

This medicine is given in multiple cycles. It is important to receive every scheduled dose and make a note of the next scheduled dose. Carefully follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Report any unusual symptoms to your doctor immediately. Close monitoring of blood cells counts is necessary during treatment with this medicine.

Temonat 20mg Dosage

•              Temonat 20mg

• Temonat 100mg
• Temonat 250mg

Contraindication Of Temonat 20mg

Hypersensitivity to Temonat 20mg Capsule is a contraindication. In addition, Temonat 20mg Capsule should not be used if you have the following conditions:

• Hypersensitivity
• Myelosuppression
• Pregnancy and lactation

Adverse effects Of Temonat 20mg

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Hair loss
• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Confusion
• Drowsiness
• Mental depression
• Runny Nose

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Temonat 20mg

Temonat 20mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Temonat 20mg Capsule is unsafe to use during lactation. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breastfeeding is not advisable.

Temonat 20mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Temonat 20mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Cautious use is advised in patients with severe kidney disease while they are taking Temonat 20mg Capsule.

Temonat 20mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Temonat 20mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Storage Conditions for Temonat 20mg

Store Temonat 20mg capsules in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Discard the medicine if its expiry date has crossed.

Keep this and all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. A locked cupboard at least one-and-a-half meters above the ground is a good place to store medicines.