Carstim 100mg Injection

Carmustine (100mg)

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Carstim 100mg Injection is used to treat cancer of lymphatic system, brain and certain types of cancers of bone marrow. It may also be used to treat other types of cancer. It can be used alone, or together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

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General Information

Contains

Carmustine (100mg)

Marketer

Zydus Lifesciences Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Carstim 100mg Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. This dose and duration of the treatment will depend on what you are being treated and the severity of your condition. You should get the injection regularly for as long as the doctor has prescribed.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, constipation, depression, sleepiness, speech disorder, rash, hair loss, headache, weakness, fever, and pain. Other than this, some patients might notice thrombophlebitis, paralysis of one side of the body, convulsion, confusion, and brain swelling. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, lungs, liver, or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, lungs, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped.

Uses of Carstim Injection

Brain tumor

Benefits of Carstim Injection

Brain tumor
Brain tumor is an abnormal mass or collection of cells that may be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign). Carstim 100mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Carstim Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Carstim

Constipation
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Fever
Rash
Weakness
Confusion
Infection
Hair loss
Convulsion
Depression
Speech disorder
Brain swelling
Thrombophlebitis
Hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body)
Sleepiness
Hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body)
Pain
Blurred vision
Myelosuppression
Eye toxicity
Conjunctival inflammation
Retinal hemorrhage (bleeding)
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Pulmonary toxicity
Interstitial fibrosis
Pneumonitis
Dermatitis

How to use Carstim Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Carstim Injection works

Carstim 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.

Quick tips

Carstim 100mg Injection is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Carstim 100mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Carstim 100mg Injection is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Carstim 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Carstim 100mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CAUTION

Carstim 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
However, the use of Carstim 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Carstim 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Carstim with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Cimetidine (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor blood cell counts and your overall treatment closely.

Severe

Filgrastim (Injection Route)

Do not consume Filgrastim from 24 hours before and until 24 hours after taking Carmustine. Carmustine may reduce the efficacy of Filgrastim.

Severe

Pegfilgrastim (Injection Route)

Do not consume Carmustine from 14 days before until 24 days after taking Pegfilgrastim. Please consult your doctor. Carmustine may reduce the efficacy of Pegfilgrastim.

Severe

Sargramostim (Injection Route)

Do not consume Carmustine from 1 day before until 1 day after taking Sargramostim. Please consult your doctor. Carmustine may reduce the efficacy of Sargramostim.

Severe

Lenograstim (Injection Route)

Do not consume Lenograstim from 24 hours before until 24 hours after undergoing cytotoxic chemotherapy. Carmustine may reduce the efficacy of Lenograstim.

Frequently asked questions

Is Carstim 100mg Injection safe?

Carstim 100mg Injection is safe if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Is Carstim 100mg Injection a vesicant?

Carstim 100mg Injection is classified under irritants amongst chemotherapy drugs. However when administered at high doses it can act as vesicant.

Does Carstim 100mg Injection inhibit DNA replication?

Yes, Carstim 100mg Injection works by preventing DNA replication.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Nitrosoureas

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Alkylating Agents

References

Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1686.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 211-13.
Carmustine. India: Emcure Pharmaceuticals; 2013. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Carmustine. Princeton, New Jersey: Bristol-Myers Squibb; 2011. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Manufacturer details

Name: A)Zydus Healthcare Ltd
Address: A)Plot No. 103,104 & 105, EPIP, Phase-I, Jharmajri, Baddi, Distt.: Solan (H.P.) - 173205

Marketer details

Name: Zydus Lifesciences Ltd
Address: Zydus Corporate Park, 4Th Floor, B Wing, Plot No 103, Near Nirma University,S G Highway, Ahmedabad, 382481 / Scheme No. 63, Survey No. 536, Khoraj(Gandhinagar), Near Vaishnodevi Circle, Ahmedabad - 382481, Gujarat.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Carstim 100mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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Product introduction

Uses of Carstim Injection

Benefits of Carstim Injection

Side effects of Carstim Injection

How to use Carstim Injection

How Carstim Injection works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Cimetidine (Oral Route)

Filgrastim (Injection Route)

Pegfilgrastim (Injection Route)

Sargramostim (Injection Route)

Lenograstim (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Carstim 100mg Injection safe?

Is Carstim 100mg Injection a vesicant?

Does Carstim 100mg Injection inhibit DNA replication?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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