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Carmustine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CARMUSTINE
Strength: 100 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 5922.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Carmustine

Class: | Alkylating agent Use: | Treatment of certain types of brain tumors (e.g., glioblastoma multiforme), multiple myeloma, and lymphoma; also used as part of conditioning regimens prior to stem cell transplantation. Adult dose: | 100 mg/m² IV infusion every 6 weeks; dosage may vary based on specific indication and patient condition. Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in pediatric patients should be determined by a specialist based on individual circumstances. Side effects: | Naus

Drug Class

Alkylating agent

Uses & Indications

Treatment of certain types of brain tumors (e.g., glioblastoma multiforme), multiple myeloma, and lymphoma; also used as part of conditioning regimens prior to stem cell transplantation.

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; reconstituted solution should be used immediately or stored at 2-8°C (36-46°F) for up to 24 hours.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Tillomed Laboratories Ltd., UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

Vial plus Solvent

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 5922.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

100 mg/m² IV infusion every 6 weeks; dosage may vary based on specific indication and patient condition.

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in pediatric patients should be determined by a specialist based on individual circumstances.

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, myelosuppression (bone marrow suppression), pulmonary toxicity, liver toxicity, and infusion site reactions.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to carmustine or any component of the formulation; severe bone marrow suppression; pregnancy and breastfeeding unless the benefits outweigh risks.

Important Warnings

Risk of severe myelosuppression leading to increased risk of infection and bleeding; potential for pulmonary toxicity; monitor lung function; use caution in patients with pre-existing lung disease.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Carmustine available in UAE pharmacies:

BICNU 100 mg Solution For Injection BICNU 100 mg Solution For Injection CARMUSTINE 100 mg Powder For Solution For Injection CARMUSTINE 100 mg Powder For Solution For Injection CARMUSTINE 100 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion CARMUSTINE WAYMADE 100 mg Powder for Concentrate for Solution for Infusion.

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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