Tiloshil 100mg Capsule

Introduction to Tiloshil 100mg Capsule

Tiloshil 100mg capsule contains the active ingredient Temozolomide. It belongs to the class of medications known as Antitumor agents. It is prescribed to treat brain cancer, such as glioblastoma multiforme in adults and malignant glioma, including glioblastoma multiforme or anaplastic astrocytoma in patients older than three years. Glioblastoma and anaplastic astrocytoma are the most common and aggressive brain cancers with low chances of survival. Anaplastic astrocytoma is treated with tiloshil 100mg capsule or radiotherapy after biopsy, whereas Glioblastoma multiforme is treated with a combination of radiotherapy and the drug, and it is continued as maintenance therapy.

The common side effects that are likely to associate with tiloshil 100mg capsule are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, hair loss, rashes, tiredness, frequent urination, vision and hearing problems, high blood sugar levels, muscle damage, pain in muscles and joints, memory loss, coordination problems, infections, sleep problems and loss of weight. Inform your doctor if any of these symptoms disturb you or persist.

Inform your physician if you are allergic to tiloshil 100mg capsule and its ingredients. Before starting treatment with this medication, let your physician know if you have hepatitis B infection, anemia, low platelet count, low level of RBC and WBC, blood clotting problems, or any liver or kidney problems. Your physician will monitor your WBC and platelet counts regularly. Avoid taking this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men should use birth control to avoid pregnancy and fathering a child.

Therapeutic Effects of Tiloshil 100mg Capsule

Tiloshil 100mg capsule acts by inhibiting the production of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells, which results in preventing their cell growth and multiplication, thereby preventing cancer spread to other parts of the body.

Interaction of Tiloshil 100mg Capsule with other drugs

Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, vaccines, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with the effects of tiloshil 100mg Capsule and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. Inform your physician if you are using it.

More Information about Tiloshil 100mg Capsule

Keep tiloshil 100mg capsule out of sight and reach of children.
Store protected from light and moisture.
Do not store above 25°C.

How to consume Tiloshil 100mg Capsule

This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a healthcare provider. Tiloshil 100mg capsule will be given to you by your doctor. It is given intravenously (into a vein). Your physician will decide the dosage and frequency of this injection based on the severity of your disease and other factors.

Safety Advices for Tiloshil 100mg Capsule

Pregnancy

Tiloshil 100mg capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. It should not be used unless prescribed by your physician. Women with childbearing potential should use effective contraceptive precautions for at least 6 months following the completion of treatment.

Breast Feeding

Tiloshil 100mg capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding as it passes through breast milk and harm the baby. Consult your physician for advice before breastfeeding.

Lungs

It is unknown whether tiloshil 100mg capsule can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.

Liver

Inform your physician before taking tiloshil 100mg capsule if you have severe liver problems. Dose adjustment is required based on the condition.

Alcohol

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking tiloshil 100mg capsule as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Consult our doctor for advice.

Driving

Do not drive or operate heavy machines as it may decrease alertness, affect your vision and make you dizzy and sleepy.

Side Effects of Tiloshil 100mg Capsule

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

Secondary cancer like myelodysplastic syndrome and myeloid leukemia.
Severe Allergic reactions
Inflammation and fluid buildup in lungs
Blood clot in lungs or legs
Liver toxicity
Convulsions
Fever and chills
Severe headache
Uncontrolled bleeding

Common

Hair loss
Rashes
Tiredness
Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
Constipation
High blood sugar levels
Dizziness, impaired sensation, tingling sensation, abnormal taste
Vision and Hearing problem
Frequent urination
Muscle damage, pain in muscles and joints
Weight changes
Infections and wounds
Amnesia
Abnormal blood cell counts
Loss of appetite
Sleep problems
Memory loss
Difficulty concentrating, changes in mental status and alertness
Coordination problems

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