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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 is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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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.
Is the use of Cytomustine safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cytomustine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cytomustine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
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.
What is the effect of Cytomustine on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cytomustine on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cytomustine on the Heart?
Cytomustine may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Cytomustine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytomustine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cytomustine habit forming or addictive?
Cytomustine does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cytomustine since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Cytomustine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cytomustine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cytomustine
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cytomustine and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytomustine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cytomustine with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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