NDAINTRAVENOUSPOWDER
Approved
May 2022
Lifecycle
Peak
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Clinical Trials
5
Data completeness
3/8 — Basic
CARMUSTINE (carmustine) by Accord Biopharma is understood. First approved in 2022.
Drug data last refreshed 3h ago · AI intelligence enriched 1w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
Carmustine is a nitrosourea alkylating agent administered intravenously as a powder for reconstitution. It works by alkylating DNA and RNA while also inhibiting key enzymatic processes through carbamoylation, with a mechanism distinct from other alkylators. The drug is indicated for various malignancies, though specific indications require clinical context.
Peak
Product is in peak lifecycle stage with moderate competitive pressure (30%), suggesting stable sales and established team structure with potential for optimization initiatives.
Mechanism of Action
understood. While carmustine alkylates DNA and RNA, it is not cross-resistant with other alkylators. As with other nitrosoureas, it may also inhibit several key enzymatic processes by carbamoylation of amino acids in proteins. The metabolites may contribute to antitumor activity and toxicities of…
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Clinical Trials (5)
A Study of Carmustine With and Without Ethanol in Subjects With Lymphoma
Started Mar 2025
49 enrolled
LymphomaNon-Hodgkin LymphomaHodgkin Lymphoma
Carmustine Wafer in Combination With Retifanlimab and Radiation With/Without Temozolomide in Subjects With Glioblastoma
Started Aug 2022
50 enrolled
Glioblastoma Multiforme
Surgery With Implantable Biodegradable Carmustine (BCNU) Wafer Followed by Chemo for Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma Multiforme
Started Jun 2009
0Glioblastoma Multiforme
Bevacizumab and Carmustine in Treating Patients With Relapsed or Progressive High-Grade Glioma
Started Jun 2008
7 enrolled
Glioma
Study of IV Edotecarin Vs Temozolomide or Carmustine (BCNU) or Lomustine (CCNU) in Patients With Glioblastoma Multiforme
Started Aug 2003
118 enrolled
Glioblastoma
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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