TEMSIROLIMUS

Overview

TEMSIROLIMUS is a Schedule H drug.
Temsirolimus treats a certain type of kidney cancer. Women should take measures to avoid getting pregnant while on this medicine and for 12 weeks after stopping treatment. Temsirolimus is a prescription medication used to treat advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC). RCC is a type of cancer that begins in the kidney. Temsirolimus belongs to a group of drugs called kinase inhibitors. These work by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that tells the cancer cells to multiply. This may help slow the growth of tumors.

Usage

TEMSIROLIMUS is generally used to treat: Kidney Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • Temsirolimus can harm an unborn baby. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using temsirolimus, whether you are a man or a woman. Temsirolimus use by either parent may cause birth defects.
  • It is not known whether temsirolimus passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
  • Avoid contact with people who have infections that can be spread to others.
  • It may raise blood sugar level monitor blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.
  • Monitor kidney function, blood cholesterol levels, blood glucose levels, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.
  • Before receiving temsirolimus, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or to sirolimus or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of diabetes, high cholesterol/triglyceride levels, liver disease, kidney disease, recent/current infections or wounds, recent surgery, brain cancer.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).

Symptoms of Overdosage

TEMSIROLIMUS over-dosage can result in: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Mood Swings, Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

TEMSIROLIMUS : Skin Rash, Diarrhoea, Body Pain, Chills, Nasal Congestion, Cough, Cracks At Corner Of Mouth, Loose Motion, Pain With Urination, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Throat Soreness, Fever, Head Headache, Loss Of Voice, Nausea, Nervousness, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Abdomen Pain, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

TEMSIROLIMUS : Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Labored Breathing, Difficulty Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit

Rare Side-Effects

TEMSIROLIMUS : Black (tar) Colored Stools

Food Interactions

Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with temsirolimus and lead to unwanted side effects. Avoid the use of grapefruit products while taking temsirolimus.

Disease Interactions

TEMSIROLIMUS can interfere with: Vaccination, Acute Renal Failure, Intestinal Perforation, Anaphylaxis, Dermatitis, Acute Liver Failure, Diabetes Mellitus, Hyperlipidemia, Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Pneumonitis

Technical Classification

TEMSIROLIMUS is categorized as: MTOR INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with TEMSIROLIMUS as Ingredient

TORISEL 25MG INJTEMSIROLIMUS 25.0 MG