Lomustine Benefits & Uses

Lomustine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Brain Tumour

Other Benefits

Lomustine 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 215 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Brain Tumour Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 215 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Brain Tumour Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 190 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Brain Tumour Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 115 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lomustine Related Warnings

Is the use of Lomustine safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Lomustine safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Lomustine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lomustine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Lomustine on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Lomustine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lomustine on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Lomustine. 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 Lomustine on the Heart?

Lomustine is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lomustine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cimetidine

Clozapine

Nalidixic Acid

Moderate

Celecoxib

Digoxin

Lomustine Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Blood Cancer
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Lomustine

Is this Lomustine habit forming or addictive?

Lomustine is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Lomustine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lomustine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lomustine only on doctor's advice.

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

Lomustine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lomustine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lomustine

It is safe to take Lomustine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lomustine

Taking Lomustine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe