Temozolomide, also known as Temodar, is a chemotherapy drug available in oral capsule form. It is used to treat melanoma that has metastasized (spread to other parts of the body).

Benefits:
- Temozolomide can help slow down or stop the growth of melanoma cells.

Side Effects
- Common side effects include:
- Hair loss
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Temozolomide, also known as Temodar, is a chemotherapy drug available in oral capsule form. It is used to treat melanoma that has metastasized (spread to other parts of the body).

Benefits:
- Temozolomide can help slow down or stop the growth of melanoma cells.

Side Effects:
- Common side effects include:
- Hair loss
- Mouth sores
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Increased risk of infection due to low white blood cell count
- Easy bruising or bleeding from a low blood platelet count
- Fatigue from a low red blood cell count

- Peripheral neuropathy (pain, burning, tingling sensations, sensitivity to cold or heat, or weakness in the hands and feet) is another possible side effect. This condition usually improves after stopping treatment but can persist for some people.

For more details, you can visit the source: [Chemotherapy for Melanoma](https://www.MyMelanomaTeam.com/treatments/chemo...).

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