Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 27, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Torisel
Available Dosage Forms:
- Solution
Therapeutic Class: Antineoplastic Agent
Uses for temsirolimus
Temsirolimus injection is used to treat advanced kidney cancer. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed by the body. Temsirolimus is an antineoplastic (cancer medicine).
Temsirolimus is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
Before using temsirolimus
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For temsirolimus, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to temsirolimus or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of temsirolimus injection in children.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies on the relationship of age to the effects of temsirolimus injection have not been performed in the geriatric population. However, elderly patients are more likely to have some unwanted effects, which may require caution in patients receiving temsirolimus injection.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are receiving temsirolimus, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know...
