Along with its needing effects, temozolomide may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your family doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects was happen
Less common or rare
Amnesia; black, tarry stools; blood in urine or stools; convulsions - seizures; cough or hoarseness; fever or chills; infection; lower back or side pain; muscle weakness or paralysis on one or both sides of the body; painful or difficult urination; pinpoint red spots on skin; swelling of feet or lower legs; unusual bleeding or bruising
More common side effects may occur that usually don't needed medical attention. These side effects may go away during treat as your body adjusts to the drug. However, check with your family doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Constipation; headache; nausea and vomiting; unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common or rare
Abdominal or stomach pain; anxiety; blurred or double vision; breast pain - in females; burning or prickling feeling on the skin; confusion; diarrhea; difficulty in speaking; dizziness; drowsiness; loss of appetite; loss of muscle coordination; mental depression; muscle pain; runny or stuffy nose; skin rash or itching; sore throat; trouble in sleeping; unusual weight gain; urinary incontinence or increased urge to urinate
More common side effects not listed above may also occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other problems, check with your family doctor.