Generic Ceenu ® : Lomustine
Lomustine is the chemical name of the active ingredient in Ceenu ®

Capsules
Chemical Name: LOMUSTINE (loe-MUS-teen)

Common uses : This medicine is an antineoplastic used to treat certain cancers.

Before using : WARNING: Lomustine has caused serious blood disorders (e.g., bone marrow suppression, thrombocytopenia). These problems have an increased chance of occurring as more doses are used. Notify your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of an infection such as persistent fever or sore throat, easy bruising or bleeding, or unusual fatigue. Your doctor will monitor you and perform blood tests weekly for at least 6 weeks after each dose. Your dose may be adjusted accordingly. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are also taking cimetidine. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking aminoglycoside antibiotics. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.

Directions : Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE IS TAKEN BY MOUTH usually as a single dose which is not repeated for at least 6 weeks. There may be 2 or more different types of capsules in the container you receive. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions you have about this medicine. TAKE THIS MEDICINE ON AN EMPTY STOMACH to reduce nausea and vomiting. DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL on the day you take this medicine. IF NAUSEA, VOMITING, OR LOSS OF APPETITE OCCUR, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist for ways to lessen these effects. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.

Cautions : KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are being treated with this medicine. THIS MEDICINE LOWERS YOUR RESISTANCE to infection. To prevent infection, avoid contact with people who have colds or other infections. Do not touch your eyes or the inside of your nose unless you have thoroughly washed your hands first. THIS MEDICINE MAY REDUCE THE NUMBER OF BLOOD CELLS NEEDED FOR CLOTTING. To prevent bleeding, avoid situations where bruising or injury may occur. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE HAVING IMMUNIZATIONS (VACCINATIONS) while you are using this medicine. THE USE OF BIRTH CONTROL is recommended while taking this medicine. THIS MEDICINE HAS BEEN SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to the human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.

Possible side effects : SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea or vomiting, loss of appetite, or occasional hair loss. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience shortness of breath; unusual bruising or bleeding; sores on the mouth or lips; fever or chills; dry cough; sore throat; or confusion. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Drug interactions : Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug interactions

If you take too much : If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Additional information : DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.