Glioz 20 Capsule

Glioz 20 Capsule

Making informed decisions about your health is essential. This page offers a detailed look at Glioz 20 Capsule, providing you with the facts about its therapeutic uses, recommended dosage, potential side effects, drug interactions, and other vital information. Use this knowledge to have meaningful conversations with your healthcare provider about Glioz 20 Capsule and your treatment options.

Information about Glioz 20 Capsule (Brand: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd) - Uses: Brain tumor

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  • MRP: ₹ 2204.1
  • Packing: 5.0 capsules in 1 bottle
  • Salt Combination: Temozolomide (20mg)
  • Brand: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
  • Uses: Brain tumor

Description

  • Glioz 20 Capsule is used in the treatment of a specific type of cancer of the brain
  • It is used to treat brain tumors if they return or get worse after standard treatment
  • It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor
  • Glioz 20 Capsule should be taken empty stomach and at same time each day to make sure it has the best effect
  • Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it
  • This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time
  • You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised
  • Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects
  • It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
  • The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache and fatigue
  • This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections
  • Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with kidney, liver and heart function during treatment with this medicine.
  • Before taking it, tell your doctor if have bleeding, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections
  • Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using
  • This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
  • It may harm your baby
  • You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped.

Cautions

Liver: CAUTION: Glioz 20 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Glioz 20 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Glioz 20 Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Kidney: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Glioz 20 Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Glioz 20 Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.^Cautious use is advised in patients with severe kidney disease while they are taking Glioz 20 Capsule.
Driving: UNSAFE: Glioz 20 Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding: UNSAFE: Glioz 20 Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnency: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Glioz 20 Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Glioz 20 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: Alkylating agent
Therapeutic class: ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: Dacarbazine Derivative

Uses

Uses of Glioz 20 Capsule

  • In Brain tumor Brain tumor is an abnormal mass or collection of cells that may be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign)
  • Glioz 20 Capsule kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells
  • It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor
  • You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Glioz 20 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Glioz 20 Capsule
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Convulsion
  • Coordination disorder
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Fever
  • Hair loss
  • Hemiparesis (weakness on one side of the body)
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Memory loss
  • Rash
  • Viral infection
  • Weakness

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