Bicnu Benefits & Uses

Bicnu is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Brain Tumour

Bicnu Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Brain Tumour Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 332 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Brain Tumour Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 332 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bicnu Related Warnings

Is the use of Bicnu safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Bicnu. If you are pregnant, do not take Bicnu without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Bicnu safe during breastfeeding?

Bicnu should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Bicnu on the Kidneys?

Bicnu can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bicnu on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Bicnu. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bicnu on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Bicnu on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Bicnu with Other Drugs

Bicnu should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Etanercept

Moderate

Anakinra

Anakinra Injection

Fluorouracil

Phenobarbital

Cisplatin

Bicnu Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bicnu unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Bleeding
Blood Cancer
Neutropenia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Bicnu

Is this Bicnu habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Bicnu.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Bicnu you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Bicnu is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Bicnu is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Bicnu Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bicnu

Taking Bicnu with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bicnu

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Bicnu and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; BiCNU (carmustine)

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