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BiCNU Uses This medication is an anticancer drug used alone or in combination with other anticancer drugs in the treatment of tumors, Hodgkin's disease and certain cancers. Notes Laboratory tests and blood tests will be done frequently to monitor the effectiveness of this medication and to prevent side effects. Storage Store this medication in the refrigerator as directed. Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused medication after that time. How To Use HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication is administered by infusion into a vein over a 1-2 hour period. The dose and frequency of use of this medication will be determined in part by your condition and your response to previous therapy. Follow your doctor's instructions closely and be sure to ask any questions you may have about this therapy. Side Effects Nausea, dizziness, flushing or irritation at the injection site may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor if you develop mouth sores, easy bruising or bleeding, weakness, skin rash, itching, flu-like symptoms (fever, chills), breathing trouble, coughing, vision changes, chest pain or discomfort or fast heartbeat. This medication affects your blood cells reducing your ability to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you develop any signs of an infection (fever, chills). If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history, including liver, kidney or lung diseases, shingles, recent exposure to chickenpox, blood disorders or any allergies (especially drug allergies). This medication must be handled carefully because it can irritate the skin. This drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this drug. Women of child-bearing age are advised to use reliable birth control during treatment. It is unknown if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Due to possible fetal harm, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised when using this drug in children. Serious lung problems may develop later after use in children. Missed Dose It is important that each dose be used as directed. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including cimetidine, digoxin heart medication or phenytoin anti-seizure medication. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 44 Time Taken: 8 months Reason: Brain tumor chemotherapy Date: 15 August 2006 Side Effects after five rounds, severe neutropenia. Additional Thoughts no tumor progression

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