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Leaflet MUSTOPHORAN 208mg powder and solvent for solution for infusion
- Product code:
- W03251001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- cancer
- Route of administration:
- infusion
- Substance:
- fotemustine (antineoplastic agent)
- ATC
- L01AD05 — Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents | Alkylating agents | Nitrosoureas
Precautions:
Dose adjustment in hepatic impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in liver disease.
Cytotoxic / special handling
Handle with special care.
Contraception required
Effective contraception is required during treatment.
Contraindicated during breastfeeding
Do not use this medicine while breastfeeding.
Contraindicated during pregnancy
Do not use this medicine during pregnancy.
Hepatotoxicity
This medicine may affect the liver.
Major drug interactions
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Myelosuppression / agranulocytosis
This medicine may lower blood cell counts.
Additional monitoring
This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.
Requires periodic laboratory tests
Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.
Severe skin reactions
Stop taking the medicine and seek urgent medical help if a severe rash occurs.
Fotemustine is a cytostatic medication used in the treatment of certain types of cancer, especially advanced malignant melanoma and some brain tumors. It works by inhibiting the division of cancer cells, slowing down or stopping their growth in the body.
Fotemustine is administered intravenously under strict medical supervision, usually in a hospital or oncology center. The dose and treatment schedule are determined by the doctor based on the type and stage of cancer, as well as the patient's general condition.
Side effects may include a decrease in blood cell counts, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, infections, or impaired liver function. In some cases, allergic reactions or lung problems may occur. Careful monitoring is essential throughout the treatment.
Fotemustine is an effective medication for certain forms of cancer, but its use involves risks and requires continuous medical supervision. Follow your doctor's instructions closely and report any unusual symptoms to prevent complications.
Fotemustine is administered intravenously under strict medical supervision, usually in a hospital or oncology center. The dose and treatment schedule are determined by the doctor based on the type and stage of cancer, as well as the patient's general condition.
Side effects may include a decrease in blood cell counts, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, infections, or impaired liver function. In some cases, allergic reactions or lung problems may occur. Careful monitoring is essential throughout the treatment.
Fotemustine is an effective medication for certain forms of cancer, but its use involves risks and requires continuous medical supervision. Follow your doctor's instructions closely and report any unusual symptoms to prevent complications.
General data about MUSTOPHORAN 208mg
- Substance:
- fotemustine
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2025
- Product code:
- W03251001
- Concentration:
- 208mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- powder and solvent for solution for infusion
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.