卡莫司汀晶片植入物要如何贮存？治疗时要注意哪些

Glioblastoma, also known as glioblastoma multiforme, is one of the most common brain tumors and is a type of astrocytoma. Carmustine chip implant is the world's only new drug for the treatment of malignant glioma. This drug is mainly used to treat recurrent malignant brain tumors. After surgery, the drug can be placed directly into the brain tissue of recurrent malignant glioma, allowing the drug to be slowly released for continuous chemotherapy. How to store it? What should I pay attention to during treatment?

How to store carmustine chip implants

Carmustine chip implants should be stored in a refrigerator at -20°C or below. Unopened outer bags can be stored at a temperature not exceeding 22°C for up to 6 hours. Carmustine Wafer Implants (Carmustine) can only be refrozen once if the sachet is unopened and stored at a temperature not exceeding 22°C for a maximum of 6 hours. After refreezing, this medicine should be used within 30 days. Patients should store medications correctly according to the instructions in the instructions to avoid loss of efficacy due to incorrect storage methods.

Precautions for carmustine chip implants

Treatment with carmustine chip implants (Carmustine) may result in intracranial hypertension, so patients should be monitored for signs of increased intracranial pressure while receiving this drug.

Carmustine chip implants (Carmustine) are embryo-fetal toxic, and treatment with this drug may cause harm to the fetus. Therefore, pregnant women should not use this drug for treatment. Patients should use effective contraception during treatment with Carmustine implants.

Treatment with this drug may cause damage to neurosurgical wound healing, meningitis, chip transplantation and other conditions. During treatment, patients should be monitored for complications from craniotomy surgery, symptoms of bacterial or chemical meningitis, and signs of obstructive hydrocephalus. If a more serious situation occurs during the treatment, you should go to the hospital in time for formal treatment. The patient should not blindly take medication.

Note: The above information comes from the Internet and is compiled and edited by Medical Companion Travel (please correct me if there are any errors or omissions). It is only to provide information on the latest drugs on the market in the world and help Chinese patients understand the latest international new drug trends. It is only for internal discussion among medical staff and does not serve as any basis for medication. For specific medication guidelines, please consult the attending physician.

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