What is Gliadel Wafer? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Gliadel Wafer

• This medicine comes in the form of a small, round wafer. Your doctor will place the wafer in your brain during surgery. The wafer will dissolve and slowly release the medicine.

• This medicine comes in the form of a small wafer. Your doctor will place the wafer in your brain during surgery. The wafer will dissolve and slowly release the medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Gliadel Wafer

Gliadel Wafer contraindications - Who shouldn't take Gliadel Wafer?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to carmustine, or if you are pregnant.

Gliadel Wafer warnings

• Injection routeThis medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control for 6 months after you receive the implant. Male patients with female partners should use an effective form of birth control for 3 months after implantation with this medicine.

• Do not breastfeed following implantation with this medicine and for at least 7 days after implantation.

• Tell your doctor if you have seizures.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:SeizuresIncreased pressure in your headSlow wound healingMeningitis (swelling of the brain)

• Talk with your doctor before receiving this medicine if you plan to have children. Some men who received this medicine became infertile (unable to have children).

• Injection routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

Gliadel Wafer interactions & what to avoid when taking Gliadel Wafer

• Injection routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have seizures.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:SeizuresIncreased pressure in your headSlow healingMeningitis

• Some men who used this medicine became infertile (unable to have children). If you plan to have children, talk to your doctor.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.