Product Description

Lomustine Capsules 40mg (10’s) is a prescription chemotherapy medication used in the treatment of certain types of cancers. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells through damage to their DNA, preventing them from dividing and multiplying.

Product Overview

Product Name: Lomustine Capsules 40mg (10’s)
Generic Name: Lomustine (CCNU)
Form: Oral capsules
Strength: 40mg
Pack Size: 10 capsules
Manufactured By:
Used For: Brain tumors (glioma), Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and other cancers (as prescribed by oncologist)
Prescription Required: Yes

Ingredients & How They Work

Lomustine → an alkylating agent that cross-links DNA strands in cancer cells, disrupting DNA replication and RNA transcription. This prevents cancer cell growth and leads to cell death.

Key Benefits

Used in treatment of brain tumors and lymphoma
Helps slow cancer progression
Works as part of combination chemotherapy
Oral chemotherapy option under strict supervision
Effective against certain resistant cancers

How to Use

Take exactly as prescribed by an oncologist. Dosage is usually given as a single dose every several weeks depending on treatment protocol. Do not self-adjust or repeat doses without medical guidance.

Side Effects & Precautions

Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, and bone marrow suppression. Serious risks include delayed low blood counts, liver toxicity, and increased infection risk. Regular blood monitoring is essential.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

Lomustine Capsules 40mg