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US brand names:CeeNU, Gleostine
Lomustine is dosed at 60–90 mg/m2 PO q3-6 weeks in dogs, per Dobson J, Lascelles D. BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Oncology. BSAVA; 2011. — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.801 (2026-08-01). — Plumb's 10th ed (held) printed p.773, Lomustine monograph spanning p.773-774; page located 2026-08-05 from the book's own running heads, verified to name the drug in its body text. — SOURCE EDITION: BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, Part A — Canine and Feline — ISBN 9781910443705, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9781910443705; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook — ISBN 9781394172207, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9781394172207. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Lipophilic nitrosourea that crosses BBB. Alkylates DNA and RNA. Forms DNA interstrand crosslinks and carbamylates proteins.
Severe delayed myelosuppression (nadir 4-6 weeks). CUMULATIVE hepatotoxicity — monitor liver enzymes before every dose. Used for mast cell tumors, lymphoma, brain tumors. Handle with gloves.
Species references:All Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | PO | 60–90 mg/m2 | q3-6 weeks | Strong | Dobson J, Lascelles D. BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Oncology. BSAVA; 2011. — Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.801 (2026-08-01). — Plumb's 10th ed (held) printed p.773, Lomustine monograph spanning p.773-774; page located 2026-08-05 from the book's own running heads, verified to name the drug in its body text. — SOURCE EDITION: BSAVA Small Animal Formulary, Part A — Canine and Feline — ISBN 9781910443705, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9781910443705; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook — ISBN 9781394172207, https://openlibrary.org/isbn/9781394172207 |
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