Apo Melphalan (Melphalan)
Brand: Apo Melphalan
Active Ingredient(s): Melphalan
Strength: 50 mg
Pack Size: 1 unit Injectable
Store at room temperature.
DIN: 02468921
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc. (Canada)
Alternatives: Alkeran
$447.77
*A valid prescription is required for Rx items.
Description
Apo Melphalan (Melphalan) is an anticancer agent. It is typically used to treat certain types of cancer such as multiple myeloma (cancer that forms in a type of white blood cell, an infection-fighting cell, called a plasma cell) and ovarian cancer. It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Apo Melphalan (Melphalan)'s dosage depends on your condition. Your doctor may have suggested a schedule that is more appropriate for you. You will receive this medicine under a doctor’s care. It is infused through your blood. WARNING: Drugs to prevent nausea and vomiting are recommended with intravenous melphalan because it is associated with a moderate or high emetic (can cause vomiting) potential (depending on dose). Dosage reduction is recommended with intravenous melphalan in patients with renal (kidney) impairment In addition to its desired action, Apo Melphalan (Melphalan) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause peripheral edema (swelling of legs and hands), fatigue, dizziness It may cause low serum potassium levels, low serum phosphate level in the blood It may cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, constipation, abdominal pain It may cause anemia (number of red blood cells in the blood is lower than normal, cells that contain hemoglobin which delivers oxygen to tissues), decreased white blood cell count (disease-fighting cells in the blood), fever Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to melphalan or any component of the formulation, patients whose disease was resistant to prior melphalan therapy Taking Apo Melphalan (Melphalan) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Apo Melphalan (Melphalan) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Apo Melphalan (Melphalan)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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