Carmustine

Uses

Carmustine is used in the treatment of brain tumors.

How it Works

How Carmustine works Carmustine is an anti-cancer medication that functions by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of cancer cells. This action halts their growth and multiplication.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Carmustine include 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), and sleepiness.

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