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Gliadel Wafer (kar-MUS-teen) belongs to the group of medicines known as alkylating agents. It is used to treat certain types of brain cancer. Gliadel Wafer interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. Since the growth of normal body cells may also be affected by Gliadel Wafer, other effects may also occur. Gliadel Wafer is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form(s): Implantation Implants (U.S.)
Brand names: - Carmustine - Gliadel Wafer |