Carnumax 100 Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Carnumax 100 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.
Carnumax 100 Injection is used in the treatment of many types of cancer
Carnumax 100 Injection is used in the treatment of many types of cancer
Uses of Carnumax Powder for Injection
Benefits of Carnumax Powder for Injection
In Brain tumor
Brain tumor is an abnormal mass or collection of cells that may be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign). Carnumax 100 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 Carnumax Powder for 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 Carnumax
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Fever
- Rash
- Constipation
- 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
How to use Carnumax Powder for Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carnumax 100 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Carnumax 100 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.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Carnumax 100 Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Carnumax 100 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Carnumax 100 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Carnumax 100 Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
However, the use of Carnumax 100 Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Carnumax 100 Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Carnumax 100 Injection is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nitrogen Mustard Compounds
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
abcde
Action Class
Alkylating agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Carnumax 100 Injection safe?
Carnumax 100 Injection is safe if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Carnumax 100 Injection a vesicant?
Carnumax 100 Injection is classified under irritants amongst chemotherapy drugs. However when administered at high doses it can act as vesicant.
Q. Does Carnumax 100 Injection inhibit DNA replication?
Yes, Carnumax 100 Injection works by preventing DNA replication.
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Marketer details
Name: GLS Pharma Ltd.
Address: R-4, Khirki Main Road, Malviya Nagar New Delhi- 110 017, (India)
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: October, 2024
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Carnumax 100 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.
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: October, 2024
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Carnumax 100 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]Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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₹4800
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1 Vial
1.0 Powder for Injection in 1 vial
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