🎗️ OncologyCapsule
Temodar
Temozolomide
Alkylating antineoplastic agent used to treat glioblastoma and refractory anaplastic astrocytoma.
Form
Capsule
Uses
2
Side effects
6
Category
Oncology
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What is Temodar used for?
- Glioblastoma multiforme
- Anaplastic astrocytoma
02
Temozolomide side effects
The following side effects have been reported for Temozolomide. Their order does not indicate how often an effect occurs.
Nausea
Vomiting
Fatigue
Myelosuppression
Headache
Constipation
03
Temozolomide warnings & precautions
- Myelosuppression. Monitor CBC
- Risk of secondary malignancies (MDS/leukemia)
- Rare risk of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia
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Frequently asked questions
05
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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.