Lustine 40mg Capsule

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Composition FOR Lustine 40mg Capsule

Lomustine(40mg)

food interaction for Lustine Capsule

alcohol interaction for Lustine Capsule

pregnancy interaction for Lustine Capsule

lactation interaction for Lustine Capsule

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Lustine 40mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lustine 40mg Capsule.
UNSAFE
Lustine 40mg Capsule 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lustine 40mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Lustine 40mg Capsule

Lomustine(40mg)

Lustine capsule uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of brain tumor, lung cancer, Hodgkin’s disease and malignant melanoma.

How lustine capsule works

Lustine 40mg Capsule 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.

Common side effects of lustine capsule

Decreased white blood cell count, Nausea, Vomiting, Hair loss

SUBSTITUTES FOR Lustine Capsule

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    Rs. 139.40/Capsule
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  • Lomoother 40 Capsule
    (6 capsules in bottle)
    Therdose Pharma Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 97/Capsule
    Capsule
    Rs. 600
    pay 4% more per Capsule
  • Lomcap 40mg Capsule
    (10 capsules in strip)
    GLS Pharma Ltd.
    Rs. 137.70/Capsule
    Capsule
    Rs. 1420
    pay 48% more per Capsule
  • Lomat 40mg Capsule
    (4 capsules in strip)
    Neon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 139.50/Capsule
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    Rs. 575.20
    pay 50% more per Capsule

Expert advice FOR Lustine Capsule

  • Lomustine should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have it the same time every day.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count (CBC) and liver function.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience fever, chills, unusual bleeding and dark or bloody stools.

Frequently asked questions FOR Lustine 40mg Capsule

Lomustine

Q. Is Lustine 40mg Capsule effective?
Lustine 40mg Capsule 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 Lustine 40mg Capsule work?
Lustine 40mg Capsule treatment includes administration of medicine in several sessions/cycles. Each cycle of Lustine 40mg Capsule 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 Lustine 40mg Capsule may run over a few months.
Q. How long does Lustine 40mg Capsule stay in the body?
Lustine 40mg Capsule may stay in body from 16 hours to 2 days.

Content on this page was last updated on 12 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)