Gliotem

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Gliotem Information

Gliotem, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Gliotem have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Gliotem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Gliotem have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gliotem are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gliotem has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gliotem related warnings talks about Gliotem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Gliotem are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Gliotem have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Gliotem is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Gliotem Benefits & Uses

Gliotem is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gliotem Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Brain Tumour
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given 75 mg/m2 orally once a day, Concomitant phase with focal radiotherapy
Geriatric
  • Disease: Brain Tumour
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given 75 mg/m2 orally once a day, Concomitant phase with focal radiotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Anaplastic Astrocytoma
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: First 5 days of each treatment cycle, 150 mg/meter square
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Anaplastic Astrocytoma
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: First 5 days of each treatment cycle, 150 mg/meter square, dose 3 years and older children

Gliotem Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gliotem safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Gliotem. If you are pregnant, do not take Gliotem without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Gliotem safe during breastfeeding?


    Gliotem should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Gliotem on the Kidneys?


    Gliotem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gliotem on the Liver?


    Gliotem has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gliotem on the Heart?


    Side effects of Gliotem rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Gliotem with Other Drugs

Gliotem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Gliotem Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gliotem unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Gliotem

  • Is this Gliotem habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Gliotem has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Gliotem. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Gliotem is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Gliotem for mental disorders.

    No

Gliotem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gliotem


    You can take Gliotem with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gliotem


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gliotem.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Temodar® (temozolomide)



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