Tabze 250mg Capsule

Tabze 250mg 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.

Tabze 250mg 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.

• Brain tumor

Brain tumor
Brain tumor is an abnormal mass or collection of cells that may be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign). Tabze 250mg 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.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Temomaps

• 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

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Tabze 250mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Tabze 250mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It enters the brain tissues and works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.

• Tabze 250mg Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach.
• Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
• Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
• It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects.
• Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function.
• Inform your doctor if you experience severe skin rash, fever, chills, headache and shortness of breath during the treatment.

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