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Carustine 100mg Injection

by Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Carmustine (100mg)

₹4300

Carustine 100mg Injection

Introduction to Carustine 100mg Injection

Consium 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. 

Consium 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. 

Consium 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.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, lungs, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections.

Safety Advice for Carustine 100mg Injection

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Consium 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

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Consium 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.

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

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Consium 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

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There is limited information available on the use of Consium 100mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.<BR>However, the use of Consium 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

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There is limited information available on the use of Consium 100mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

How Carustine 100mg Injection works

It works by killing or inhibiting the growth of cancer cells and preventing their multiplication. It functions as an anti-cancer medication by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of cancer cells, thereby halting their growth and multiplication.

How To Use Carustine 100mg Injection

  • This medication should be administered by a doctor or nurse. Self-administration at home is not recommended.
  • The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the patient's condition and the prescribed regimen

Special Precautions About Carustine 100mg Injection

  • If allergic to it or any of its components. Complete medical history disclosure is crucial to rule out potential side effects or interactions.
  • Inform your doctor about liver/kidney disease, cardiac disorders, or respiratory conditions before administration.
  • It may cause pulmonary toxicity, bone marrow suppression, gastrointestinal toxicity, nephrotoxicity, and hepatotoxicity.

Benefits Of Carustine 100mg Injection

  • It is a potent and toxic medication, and patients are advised to discuss the risks and benefits with their doctor
  • Alcohol consumption is discouraged during the treatment, and maintaining hydration is emphasized.

Side Effects Of Carustine 100mg Injection

  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Fever
  • Nausea

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Carustine 100mg Injection

If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one, and do not double the dose. 
 

Drug Interaction

  • Phenytion
  • Warfarin
  • Abacavir
  • Adefovir

Drug Food Interaction

  • If avoid alcohol consumption and smoking.

Disease Explanation

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Brain cancer, characterized by abnormal cell growth in the brain, can manifest as glioblastoma or other tumor types. Bone marrow cancer, such as leukemia or myeloma, involves abnormal cell proliferation within the bone marrow. Diagnosis relies on specialized tests, and treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies, are tailored to the unique characteristics of each condition for effective intervention.

FAQ's on Carustine 100mg Injection

Is Carustine safe?

Carustine is safe if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor

Does Carustine inhibit DNA replication?

Yes, Carustine works by preventing DNA replication.

Is Carustine a vesicant?

Carustine is classified under irritants amongst chemotherapy drugs. However when administered at high doses it can act as vesicant

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Salman Khan

Content Updated on

Sunday, 3 March, 2024

Prescription Required

Carustine 100mg Injection

by Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Carmustine (100mg)

₹4300

Carustine 100mg Injection

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