Carmustine
Information about Carmustine
Carmustine Uses
Carmustine is used in the treatment of brain tumor.
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
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
Expert advice for Carmustine
- Carmustine is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.