Carmustine Solution, Reconstituted (Recon Soln) Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition Where There Is Formation Of Fibrous Tissue In The Lung Called Pulmonary Fibrosis
  • A Type Of Inflammation Of The Lung Called Interstitial Pneumonitis
  • An Infection
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Decreased Kidney Function
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Anemia
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck
  • X-Ray Results Showing Lung Tissue Changes

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Reactions At The Site Of The Injection

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Type Of Brain Function Problem Called Encephalopathy
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Abnormally High Levels Of Nitrogen-Containing Compounds In Your Blood
  • Acute Leukemia
  • An Allergic Reaction
  • Chest Pain
  • Damage To The Liver And Inflammation
  • Damage To The Skin And Tissue Around The Injection Site
  • Dead Skin
  • Hemorrhage From The Conjunctiva Of The Eye
  • Hepatic Veno-Occlusive Disease, A Type Of Liver Disease
  • High Amount Of Bilirubin In The Blood
  • Kidney Failure
  • Neuroretinitis, An Inflammation Of Nerves Of The Eye
  • Seizures

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Swelling Of The White Portion Of The Eye Called Chemosis
  • Blurred Vision
  • Darkening Of The Skin
  • Diarrhea
  • Enlarged Breasts
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • Hair Loss
  • Headache
  • Low Blood Pressure

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