Carmustine

CARMUSTINE, BCNU is a chemotherapy drug. It interferes with the growth of rapidly growing cells like cancer cells. This medicine is used to treat glioma and glioblastoma. The wafers are placed at a site where a brain tumor used to be, at the end of a surgery to remove the tumor. Compare alkylating drugs.

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What is Carmustine?

What should I tell my doctor?TOP

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

seizures
an unusual or allergic reaction to carmustine, BCNU, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

How should I use this drug?TOP

This drug is placed into the space made when a tumor is removed. It is administered during surgery in a hospital.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?TOP

This does not apply.

Where should I store this drug?TOP

This drug is given in a hospital and will not be stored at home.

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