Carustine 100mg Injection

Gain a clear understanding of Carustine 100mg Injection, a product by Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd formulated with the salt combination Carmustine (100mg). This medication is commonly used for Brain tumor. Continue reading to explore comprehensive details about its application and other essential information to help you make informed decisions regarding your health needs.

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Salt Combination: Carmustine (100mg)
Brand: Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Uses: Brain tumor

Description

Carustine 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
Carustine 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.

Cautions

Liver:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Carustine 100mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Carustine 100mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.^However, the use of Carustine 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Carustine 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	UNSAFE: Carustine 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Carustine 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carustine 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Alkylating agent
Therapeutic class:	ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Nitrogen Mustard Compounds

Uses of Carustine 100mg Injection

In Brain tumor Brain tumor is an abnormal mass or collection of cells that may be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign)
Carustine 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.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Carustine 100mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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