Cytomustine Information

Cytomustine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. Other than this, Cytomustine has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Cytomustine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cytomustine have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cytomustine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cytomustine is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cytomustine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cytomustine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cytomustine in conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Anemia. The section on Cytomustine contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Cytomustine have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cytomustine is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Cytomustine Benefits & Uses
Cytomustine Dosage & How to Take
Cytomustine Side Effects
Cytomustine Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cytomustine with Other Drugs
Cytomustine Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cytomustine
Cytomustine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cytomustine Benefits & Uses

Cytomustine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Cytomustine 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: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Take on days 1 and 2 of a 28-day cycle Up to 6 cycles
Geriatric	Disease: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Take on days 1 and 2 of a 28-day cycle Up to 6 cycle

Cytomustine Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytomustine safe for pregnant women?

Cytomustine has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Cytomustine without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Cytomustine safe during breastfeeding?

Cytomustine may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Cytomustine on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Cytomustine. 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 Cytomustine on the Liver?

Cytomustine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cytomustine on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Cytomustine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Cytomustine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Cimetidine

Ciprofloxacin

Diclofenac

Naproxen

Naproxen,Esomeprazole

Cytomustine Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Hepatitis A
Pneumonia
Tuberculosis (TB)
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Cytomustine

Is this Cytomustine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cytomustine has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cytomustine as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cytomustine should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Cytomustine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cytomustine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytomustine

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cytomustine with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytomustine

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

Unknown