Bicnu - Carmustine - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Bicnu.
• BiCNU
• kar-MUST-een

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including.

Bicnu Storage Instructions

• Store this medication in the refrigerator as directed.
• Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused medication after that time.

Bicnu Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory tests and blood tests will be done frequently to monitor the effectiveness of this medication and to prevent side effects.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Read Before Using Bicnu (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Warning

• Carmustine has caused severe, even fatal, lung problems (pulmonary toxicity) and severe blood disorders (for example, bone marrow suppression).
• Pulmonary toxicity may not be seen until years after this medication has been used.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop easy bruising or bleeding, breathing problems, an infection with symptoms such as persistent fever, sore throat, chills or unusual fatigue.
• The chances of developing these problems increase as more of this drug is used.
• A history of lung problems also increases the chance of pulmonary toxicity.
• Your doctor will monitor your blood cells for at least 6 weeks after a dose is given.
• Future doses may be adjusted accordingly.
• Doses must not be given more frequently than every 6 weeks.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, dizziness, flushing or irritation at the injection site may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is administered by infusion into a vein over a 1-2 hour period.
• The dose and frequency of use of this medication will be determined in part by your condition and your response to previous therapy.
• Follow your doctor's instructions closely and be sure to ask any questions you may have about this therapy.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• It is important that each dose be used as directed.
• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• Carmustine is used to treat various cancers, Hodgkin's disease or tumors.