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What are the Uses of Temozolomide Capsules?

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Temozolomide is a drug belongs to category of an anticancer group. This medication is indicated for the treatment of different kind of brain tumors like glioblastoma multiforme, anaplastic astrocytoma etc. Mechanism of action of Temozolomide Capsules Temozolomide is a type of an alkylating group of anticancer drugs. They interfares with DNA formation by cancerous cell, and as a result cancerous cells are further unable to multiplying themselves rapidly due to blocking of DNA formation process. Side effects with Temozolomide Capsules If you are taking temozolomide medication, but in some cases there are some side effects too like: Nausea, vomiting, headache, hair loss, constipation, fatigue, low blood counts, skin allergic reactions like rashes, swelling, itching, redness etc, diarrhea, tiredness, weakness, lungs problem like difficulty in breathing, chills, fever, soreness of mouth, dizziness, excessive sleepiness , black stool,etc. Precautions with Temozolomide Ca