Nitsum 100mg Injection
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Celon Laboratories Ltd
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Carmustine 100mg
 
STORAGE
Store below 30°C

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Nitsum 100mg Injection is used to treat cancer of lymphatic system, brain and certain types of cancers of bone marrow. It may also be used to treat other types of cancer. It can be used alone, or together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Nitsum 100mg Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. This dose and duration of the treatment will depend on what you are being treated and the severity of your condition. You should get the injection regularly for as long as the doctor has prescribed.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, constipation, depression, sleepiness, speech disorder, rash, hair loss, headache, weakness, fever, and pain. Other than this, some patients might notice thrombophlebitis, paralysis of one side of the body, convulsion, confusion, and brain swelling. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, lungs, liver, or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, lungs, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped.

USES OF NITSUM POWDER FOR INJECTION

Brain tumor

BENEFITS OF NITSUM POWDER FOR INJECTION

In Brain tumor

Brain tumor is an abnormal mass or collection of cells that may be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign). Nitsum 100mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

SIDE EFFECTS OF NITSUM POWDER FOR INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nitsum

·         Nausea

·         Vomiting

·         Headache

·         Fever

·         Rash

·         Constipation

·         Weakness

·         Confusion

·         Infection

·         Hair loss

·         Convulsion

·         Depression

·         Speech disorder

·         Brain swelling

·         Thrombophlebitis

·         Hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body)

·         Sleepiness

·         Hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body)

·         Pain

HOW TO USE NITSUM POWDER FOR INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW NITSUM POWDER FOR INJECTION WORKS

Nitsum 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nitsum 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Nitsum 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Nitsum 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Nitsum 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Nitsum 100mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Nitsum 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Nitsum 100mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE NITSUM POWDER FOR INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Nitsum 100mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.