Carmustine Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Carmustine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Carmustine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Carmustine

Pronunciation : kar mus' teen

ICD Code : Y43.3 Therapeutic Classification : Chemotherapy

Brand Names or Trade Names of Carmustine

International :

BiCNU

Why is Carmustine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anti-cancer drug, prescribed for certain types of cancers like multiple myeloma, brain tumor, Hodgkin’s and non – Hodgkin’s lymphoma. The medication restricts the advancement of the cancer cell growth in the body.

When should Carmustine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Carmustine?

IV- The recommended dose as a single agent in previously untreated patients is 150 to 200 mg/m² intravenously every 6 weeks. This may be given as a single dose or divided into daily injections such as 75 to 100 mg/m² on 2 successive days.

How should Carmustine be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, administered by healthcare providers.

What are the warnings and precautions for Carmustine?

• Avoid immunization while taking this medication.

• If you are taking any other medication, inform the doctor.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney impairment, decrease in blood count, bone marrow depression, lung disease, during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

• 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.

What are the side effects of Carmustine?

Body as whole- Fever, chills, sore throat, loss of appetite or weight and swelling in ankle and feet region.
Skin - Pale skin, easy bruising and redness.
Blood- Abnormal bleeding.
Heart - Rapid heart beat.
Respiratory - Wheezing and chest pain.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Central Nervous System- Confusion, headache, weakness, dizziness, drowsiness and mood changes.
Eye - Vision imbalance.
Delayed effect- Liver and kidney damage, lung fibrosis and stomach upset.
Potentially Fatal- Delayed and cumulative bone marrow depression.