Temonat 20 mg Temozolomide Capsules

TEMONAT NATCO

TEMONAT is a chemotherapy drug. Temozolomide TEMONAT
belongs to a class of drugs known as alkylating agents. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Temonat Capsule works:-

Temonat
100mg Capsule is an anti-cancer drug. Swallow full tablets on a vacant stomach,
one hour before your meal.It works by harming the hereditary material (DNA) of
the cancerous cells and stops their development and duplication. TEMONAT TEMOZOLOMIDE  interferes with the development of cancer cells, slowing their growth and spread in the body. Temozlomide  is used together with radiation therapy to treat certain types of brain tumor in adults.

TEMONAT COMMON SIDE EFFECTS :

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mouth sores, changes in taste,
constipation, tiredness, dizziness, trouble sleeping, or headache may
occur. Nausea and vomiting can be severe. In some cases, your doctor may
prescribe medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating
several small meals, not eating before treatment, or limiting activity
may help lessen some of these effects. If any of these effects last or
get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Other effects are:

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seizure (writhings);

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fever, chills, dry hack, feeling shy of breath;

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simple wounding, abnormal dying (nose, mouth, vagina, or
rectum), purple or red pinpoint spots under your skin;

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low white platelet tallies – fever, swollen gums,
excruciating mouth injuries, pain while gulping, skin wounds, frosty or
influenza manifestations, hack, inconvenience breathing; or

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liver issues
– sickness, upper stomach pain, tingling, tired feeling, loss of hunger, dim
pee, dirt hued stools, jaundice.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, such as : symptoms of liver damage (such as stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine).

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.

TEMONAT Precautions & Warning : 

• Before taking temozolomide Capsules, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you
  are allergic to it; or to dacarbazine; or if you have any other
  allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can
  cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for
  more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your
  medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems,
  bleeding/blood problems.
• Temozolomide can make you more likely to get infections or may
  worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have
  infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu).
  Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for
  more details.
• Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your
  doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live
  vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).
• To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution
  with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities
  such as contact sports.
• This drug may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any
  activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform
  such activities safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the
  products you use (such as prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and
  herbal products).
• Women and older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of
  this drug, especially increased risk of infection and easy
  bruising/bleeding.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You
  should not become pregnant while using temozolomide. Temozolomide may
  harm an unborn baby. Men and women should ask about reliable forms of
  birth control while using this medication. If you or your partner
  becomes pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and
  benefits of this medication
• It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the
  possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not
  recommended. Consult your doctor before breast.
• Both male and
  female patients should play it safe amid and following a half year of
  treatment. Male patients should look for exhortation on preservation of sperm
  before treatment as temozolomide treatment may cause infertility.

PROPER STORAGE OF TEMONAT :

Store in a tightly closed container between 2-8°C

NATCO TEMOZOLOMIDE INTERACTIONS :

NATCO Temozolomide may interact with other medications :

• Vaccines
• Valproic acid

This document does not contain all possible drug
interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including
prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it
with your doctor and pharmacist.