Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule Information

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule 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.

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule related warnings talks about Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule contraindications section.

Additionally, Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Gliotem Benefits & Uses
Gliotem Dosage & How to Take
Gliotem Side Effects
Gliotem Related Warnings
Gliotem Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gliotem
Gliotem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule Benefits & Uses

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Glioblastoma Multiforme

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule 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 20 Mg Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule 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 20 Mg Capsule 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 20 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?

Gliotem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule on the Liver?

Gliotem has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule on the Heart?

Side effects of Gliotem rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Anemia
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule

Is this Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule 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 20 Mg Capsule. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule 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 20 Mg Capsule for mental disorders.

No

Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule

You can take Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gliotem 20 Mg Capsule.

Unknown