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Carmustine
INFORMATION ABOUT CARMUSTINE
Carmustine Uses
Carmustine is used in the treatment of malignant melanoma, Hodgkin’s disease, multiple myeloma, brain tumor, blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer and lung cancer.
How Carmustine works
Carmustine 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.
Common side effects of Carmustine
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
Headache, Weakness, Vomiting, Infection, Confusion, Constipation, Rash, Hair loss, Fever, Convulsion, Depression, Speech disorder, Brain swelling, Thrombophlebitis, Hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body), Sleepiness
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Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
28 Mar 2025 | 05:43 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Carmustine
- Carmustine is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Frequently asked questions for Carmustine
Carmustine is safe if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Carmustine is classified under irritants amongst chemotherapy drugs. However when administered at high doses it can act as vesicant.
Yes, Carmustine works by preventing DNA replication.