Temcure 20mg Capsule

Brand Name Temcure 20mg Capsule
Salt Composition

Temozolomide (20mg)

Strength 20mg
Product Form Capsule
Pack 5 Capsule(s) in Strip
Storage Store below 30°C
Category

Anti-Cancer

SubCategory

Brain Cancer

Country of Origin India
Manufacturer

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Manufacturer/Marketer Address Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd./Add:255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
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M.R.P : Rs.2100.00       Price : Rs.1680.00

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5 Capsule(s) in Strip

Availability : In Stock


    Medical Description of Temcure 20mg Capsule

    Temcure 20mg Capsule contains Temozolomide 20mg used to treat a certain type of brain cancer includes anaplastic astrocytoma, glioblastoma multiforme in adults. It produces its action by inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. It is used alone or with other combinations.


    Temcure 20mg Capsule Uses

    It is used in the treatment of the following conditions as anaplastic astrocytoma, glioblastoma multiforme


    Temcure 20mg Capsule Benefits

    Anaplastic astrocytoma

    It is a rare type of brain tumor that develops in a star-shaped cell in the brain called astrocytes. It is caused by genetics, immune system abnormalities, and exposure to UV rays. Symptoms include headache, fatigue, seizures, memory loss, blurred vision, balance problems, and nausea and vomiting

    Glioblastoma multiforme

    It is an aggressive type of cancer that occurs in the brain and spinal cord. It affects mostly older adults. Symptoms include headache, nausea or vomiting, memory loss, confusion, difficulty in balance, urinary intolerance, blurred vision, speech difficulties, seizures, and irritability


    Temcure 20mg Capsule Indication

    The Temcure 20mg Capsule is prescribed in the following indications as anaplastic astrocytoma and glioblastoma multiforme in adults. Temozolomide 20mg is used in the treatment of glioblastoma multiforme in children. It is used as an orphan drug in the treatment of glioma, metastatic melanoma, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and neuroblastoma.


    Mechanism of action of Temcure 20mg Capsule

    Temcure 20mg Capsule containing Temozolomide 20mg is an anti-cancer medication, an alkylating agent. It methylates guanine regions of DNA thus inhibiting the transcription process causing breaks in DNA and inducing apoptosis of abnormal cancer cells.


    How Temcure 20mg Capsule works

    Temcure 20mg Capsule containing Temozolomide 20mg is an anti-cancer medication, an alkylating agent. It produces its action by entering into the tissues present in the brain and it also works by damaging the DNA and RNA of the cancer cells which inhibit the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.


    Temcure 20mg Capsule Contraindication

    Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Temozolomide


    Temcure 20mg Capsule Side Effects

    • Alopecia
    • Headache
    • Fatigue
    • Constipation
    • Convulsion
    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Rash
    • Diarrhea
    • Neutropenia
    • Dizziness
    • Insomnia


    FAQs for Temcure 20mg Capsule

    • When should I call my doctor during treatment with a Temcure 20mg Capsule?

    Kindly inform your doctor if you have experienced sudden difficulty in breathing, cough, fever, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. Also, inform your doctor if you have to take any medication to control cholesterol.

    • When can I plan a pregnancy if I am taking a Temcure 20mg Capsule?

    Avoid planning for pregnancy while you are receiving this medicine and also use an effective contraceptive for at least 1 month after taking the last medicine.

    • How to treat constipation during the treatment?

    To treat constipation drink plenty of water a day and keep you active, add fiber to your diet. If you do not have a bowel movement for more than 3 days kindly consult with your doctor.


    Precautions and general warning of Temcure 20mg Capsule

    Alcohol

    It is not clear that consuming alcohol is safe while you are receiving this medicine. Kindly consult with your doctor.

    Driving or operating machinery

    It is considered unsafe to drive while you are receiving this medicine it may affect your ability to drive. Kindly consult with your doctor.

    Pregnancy

    The use of this medicine is considered unsafe during pregnancy because it may produce any harmful effects. Kindly consult with your doctor

    Breast Feeding

    The use of this medicine is considered unsafe during breastfeeding because it may produce any harmful effects. Kindly consult with your doctor

    Kidney Problem

    It is considered safe to use this medicine in patients who are having a renal impairment. Kindly consult with your doctor.

    Liver Disease

    The medicine should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. The use of this medicine required dose modification. Kindly consult with your doctor.


    How to Take Temcure 20mg Capsule

    Temcure 20mg Capsule is taken orally on an empty stomach. You should not chew, cut or crush the capsule. Initially start with a low dose and slowly increase the dose once every week. Follow the direction mentioned within the label if you probably did not understand the appliance kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to elucidate in detail. Do not withdraw the medicine when you feel better kindly complete the course of treatment to avoid reoccurrence.


    Use of Temcure 20mg Capsule in Adult

    It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the medicine is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.


    Use of Temcure 20mg Capsule in children

    It is considered unsafe to use this medicine in children who are below 3 years old. Kindly consult with your doctor.


    Use of Temcure 20mg Capsule in Elderly Patients

    Temcure 20mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems, leads to worsening the patient's health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose modification or replacement is required based on the medical conditions of the patient.


    Other general warnings

    • Therapy should be administered with caution in elderly patients who are with severe hepatic and renal impairment
    • The use of this medicine may cause myelosuppression, fetal and severe hepatotoxicity, cases of myelodysplastic syndrome, and secondary malignancies.
    • The use of this medicine may cause fetal death and embryofetal toxicity
    • The patients who are receiving steroids should be monitored for the development of lymphopenia


    Talk to your doctor if

    • You are not responding to the treatment
    • You have experienced any allergic reaction like rashes and itching
    • You have a receiving any concomitant medication and disease
    • You develop shortness of breath


    General instructions

    Temozolomide 20mg is used to treat a certain type of brain cancer includes anaplastic astrocytoma, glioblastoma multiforme. It produces its action by entering into the tissues present in the brain and it also works by damaging the DNA and RNA of the cancer cells which inhibit the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.


    Drug Interaction of Temcure 20mg Capsule

    Drug-Drug Interaction

    Tofacitinib

    Use alternative drug because the combination of this medicine either increases the toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects and it also increases the risk for developing an infection

    Olaparib

    Therapy should be administered with caution because the combination of this drug increases the pharmacodynamic synergism

    Valproic acid

    Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of valproic acid increases the effect of temozolomide by decreasing its metabolism.

    Drug-Food Interaction

    No data is available kindly consult with your doctor.

    Drug-Disease Interaction

    Urticaria

    It is contraindicated to use this medicine in patients who are having a history of urticaria, allergic reactions like anaphylaxis, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and stevens-johnson syndrome.

    Hepatic impairment

    Therapy should be administered with caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment when compared with mild to moderate liver diseases

    Myelosuppression

    Therapy should not be administered in patients whose neutrophil count is less than 1,500/mm3. The use of this medicine may cause myelosuppression, bone marrow failure, and severe immunosuppression which leads to developing septic shock and sepsis


    Over Dose

    Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose of this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.


    Missed Dose

    Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).


    Storage and Disposal

    • Stored at 30°C in a refrigerator.
    • Protect from light and heat.
    • Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
    • Disposed of properly in a suitable bag.


    Fast Tag

    • Temcure 20mg Capsule contains Temozolomide 20mg used to treat a certain type of brain cancer includes anaplastic astrocytoma, glioblastoma multiforme in adults. It produces its action by inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. It is used alone or with other combinations.
    • It should be taken on an empty stomach
    • The use of this medicine may increase the risk of bleeding
    • Kindly avoid taking this medicine while you are pregnant
    • Avoid consuming alcohol while you are receiving this medicine because it may increase the risk of developing serious side effects.