CARMUSTINE

Overview

CARMUSTINE is a Schedule G drug.

Carmustine is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Carmustine is used to treat brain tumors, Hodgkin’s disease, multiple myeloma, and non–hoddgkin‘slymphoma.  Carmustine is sometimes given with other cancer medicines.

Usage

CARMUSTINE is generally used to treat: Hodgkin’s Disease, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Avoid immunization while taking this medication. If you are taking any other medication inform the doctor. Monitor blood count, liver, kidney and lung function regularly while taking this medication. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

CARMUSTINE : Fever, Chills, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Loss Of Appetite, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Nausea, Vomit, Confusion, Head Headache, Weakness (generalized)

Disease Interactions

CARMUSTINE can interfere with: Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection

Technical Classification

CARMUSTINE is categorized as: ALKYLATING AGENTS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CARMUSTINE as Ingredient

CONSIUM 100MG INJCARMUSTINE 100.0 MG