Axiotem 250Mg Strip Of 5 Capsules

• You have had an allergic reaction (such as urticaria, allergic reaction including anaphylaxis, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and Stevens-Johnson syndrome) to temozolomide or any other components of Axiotem capsule.
• You have had an allergic reaction to dacarbazine (another cancer medicine).

• Myelodysplastic syndrome and secondary malignancies, including myeloid leukemia
• Severe or long-lasting low blood cell counts
• Severe liver damage
• Pneumocystis pneumonia (a serious fungal lung infection)
• Serious opportunistic bacterial and viral infections.

• Fatigue, anorexia, dizziness, weakness and headache
• Confusion, convulsions and memory impairment
• Blurred vision
• Allergic reactions
• Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea and inflammation of the inner lining of your mouth
• Low blood platelet count leading to increased risk of abnormal bleeding
• Joint pain
• Insomnia
• Coughing and shortness of breath
• Hair loss, dry skin, skin redness, itchy skin and rashes
• Change in taste perception

• Nausea, vomiting, constipation and diarrhea
• Headache, fatigue, fever and weakness
• Convulsions, dizziness, memory loss, insomnia, muscle weakness on one side of the body, and coordination issues
• Build-up of excess fluid in the arms, legs, ankles or feet
• Viral infections
• Tingling or numbness, excessive sleepiness, muscle weakness, loss of bladder control, problems with balance or coordination, difficulty speaking or understanding speech, seizures, difficulty walking and confusion
• Excess production of hormones by the adrenal glands
• Abdominal pain, anorexia and back pain
• Anxiety and depression
• Breast pain in women
• Upper respiratory tract infections, throat and sinus infections and coughing
• Rashes and itchy skin
• Urinary tract infections and increased urination

• Toxic epidermal necrolysis and Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis
• Erythema multiforme
• Lung inflammation and scarring
• Diabetes insipidus

Other General Warnings

• You have kidney or liver problems
• You are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, or are breastfeeding
• You develop fever, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, or signs of infection
• You notice shortness of breath, cough, or breathing changes
• You’re unsure about your correct dose or how many capsule to take

• Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration of Axiotem capsule based on your treatment plan and your specific health condition.
• Axiotem capsule should be taken by mouth and preferably be taken on an empty stomach or at bedtime to reduce nausea.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water. Do not open, break, chew, or dissolve the capsule.
• Take your Axiotem capsule dose at the same time every day.
• Axiotem capsule should always be prescribed by your doctor; do not take it on your own.

• Store Axiotem capsule at 25°C (77°F); short term temperature variations are allowed between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Store it away from excess heat and moisture.
• Keep this medication tightly closed, and out of reach of children and pets, and in a safe location.
• Since Axiotem capsule is a hazardous drug, ask your pharmacist how to safely dispose of unused or expired capsule. Do not discard them in household waste.

• Keep records of all blood tests and check-up appointments in a safe place. Your doctor will need these to monitor your blood counts, liver enzymes, and overall response to treatment with Axiotem capsule.
• If capsule of Axiotem capsule are accidentally opened or damaged, avoid inhalation or contact of the contents with the skin or mucous membranes. In case of contact, wash the affected area with water immediately.
• Since Axiotem capsule can cause harm to an unborn baby, a pregnancy test may be performed in women of reproductive potential before starting treatment.
• Women of reproductive potential should use effective contraception during treatment with Axiotem capsule and for 6 months after the last dose.
• Male patients with pregnant partners or female partners of reproductive potential should use barrier contraception (such as condoms) during treatment with Axiotem capsule and for 3 months after the last dose.
• Male patients should not donate semen during treatment with Axiotem capsule and for 3 months after the last dose.
• Axiotem capsule may impair fertility in men of reproductive potential.
• The safety and effectiveness of Axiotem capsule is not known in children.
• People 70 and older have a higher chance of developing low blood cell counts when on this medicine.
• Since Axiotem capsule is a hazardous medicine, do not give it to anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms.

Overdose

• Contact your healthcare team or seek emergency medical help immediately in case of accidental overdose with Axiotem capsule. Do not wait for symptoms to appear.
• Overdose with Axiotem capsule can cause severe reduction in blood cell counts, fever, multi-organ failure, and risk of severe infections, and may lead to death.
• Your healthcare team will monitor your blood counts and provide supportive care to manage symptoms and blood cell counts.

Missed a Dose

Interactions with other medicines

Interactions with food items

• Take Axiotem capsule the same way every time, either always with food or always without.
• A high-fat meal may reduce and delay the absorption of Axiotem capsule.
• Taking Axiotem capsule on an empty stomach can help reduce nausea.