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Lomustine
How Lomustine works
Lomustine is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.
Side Effects
Nausea, Vomiting, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Hair loss, Decreased white blood cell count
Usage
Lomustine is used in the treatment of brain tumor, lung cancer, Hodgkin’s disease and malignant melanoma.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Lomustine effective?Lomustine is effective if taken as per the dose and for the duration prescribed by a doctor. It may be used in combination with other drugs/radiotherapy or surgery to get best results. Follow your doctor's instructions about this treatment carefully
Q. How fast does Lomustine work?Lomustine treatment includes administration of medicine in several sessions/cycles. Each cycle of Lomustine is usually a single oral dose given every 6-8 weeks. Duration of treatment may depend upon the type of cancer and body's response to the medicine. Total treatment with Lomustine may run over a few months
Q. How long does Lomustine stay in the body?Lomustine may stay in body from 16 hours to 2 days.
