Glistroma: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Glistroma Information

Glistroma, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Brain Tumour, Anaplastic Astrocytoma. Glistroma also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Glistroma depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glistroma can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Glistroma 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.

In addition, Glistroma's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Glistroma related warnings talks about Glistroma's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Additionally, Glistroma may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

Glistroma Benefits & Uses
Glistroma Dosage & How to Take
Glistroma Side Effects
Glistroma Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Glistroma with Other Drugs
Glistroma Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Glistroma
Glistroma Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Glistroma Benefits & Uses

Glistroma is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Brain Tumour

Glistroma 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

Glistroma Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glistroma is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Loss of appetite
Insomnia
Diarrhoea
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Fatigue
Viral Infection
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Glistroma Related Warnings

Is the use of Glistroma safe for pregnant women?

Glistroma shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Glistroma safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Glistroma. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Glistroma on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Glistroma on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Glistroma on the Liver?

Side effects of Glistroma rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Glistroma on the Heart?

Glistroma may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Glistroma with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Digoxin

Glistroma Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Anemia
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Glistroma

Is this Glistroma habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Glistroma has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Glistroma 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?

No, Glistroma cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Glistroma Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glistroma

It is safe to take Glistroma with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Glistroma

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Glistroma with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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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