Alkacel

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• Read drug prescription
• What is Alkacel
• Important safety information:
• Alkacel side effects
• Compare prices at online shops
• Select the most affordable brand or generic drug
• Frequently asked Questions
• How should I take Alkacel?
• Who should not take Alkacel?
• Alkacel reviews

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What is Alkacel

Treating symptoms of a certain type of cancer. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Alkacel is an alkylating agent. It works by destroying resting and rapidly dividing tumor cells in certain types of cancer.

Important safety information:

• Alkacel may lower the ability of your body to fight infection. Avoid contact with people who have colds or infections. Tell your doctor if you notice signs of infection like fever, sore throat, rash, or chills.
• Do not receive a live vaccine while you are taking Alkacel. Talk with your doctor before you receive any vaccine.
• Alkacel may reduce the number of clot-forming cells (platelets) in your blood. Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury. Tell your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding. Tell your doctor if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools.
• If nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite occurs, ask your doctor or pharmacist for ways to lessen these effects.
• Use of Alkacel may increase your risk of developing another type of cancer. The risk may be greater if you use higher doses of Alkacel or if you use it for a longer period of time. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
• Alkacel may affect the ovaries. This may cause irregular or absent menstrual periods and decreased fertility in some women. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
• Alkacel may affect the testicles and cause decreased fertility in some men. This may be permanent in some patients. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
• Lab tests, including complete blood cell counts, may be performed while you use Alkacel. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Alkacel should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Alkacel has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while taking Alkacel. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Alkacel while you are pregnant. It is unknown if Alkacel is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Alkacel.

Alkacel side effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Diarrhea; hair loss; nausea; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood in urine or stools; chest pain; dark urine; dizziness or light-headedness; fainting; fast heartbeat; fatigue; fever or chills; irregular or absent menstrual periods; numbness of an arm or leg; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; pale stools; persistent cough; persistent loss of appetite; severe or persistent diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting; shortness of breath; sore throat; sores on the mouth, tongue, or lips; stomach pain; sudden, severe headache; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual lumps or growths; unusual tiredness or weakness; weight loss; yellowing eyes and skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Active ingredients: Melphalan

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Melphalan tablets

References

1. Dailymed."Melphalan: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
2. "Melphalan". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
3. "Melphalan". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0104... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Alkacel - Frequently asked Questions

Can Alkacel be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

How should I take Alkacel?

Use Alkacel as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Alkacel is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Alkacel at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Alkacel. Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
• Do not use Alkacel if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
• If you spill Alkacel on your skin, wash it off right away with soap and water. Clean any areas (tables, counters) where Alkacel may have spilled or sprayed.
• Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
• If you miss a dose of Alkacel, contact your doctor immediately.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Alkacel.

Who should not take Alkacel?

Some medical conditions may interact with Alkacel. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are a female of childbearing age
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have bone marrow problems, low white blood cell count, low platelet count, an infection, kidney problems, shingles, or chickenpox
• if you have had chemotherapy or radiation treatment
• if you have recently had or are scheduled to have a vaccine

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Alkacel. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Cisplatin because the risk of melphalan's side effects may be increased
• Carmustine, cyclosporine, or nalidixic acid because serious lung, kidney, or bowel problems may occur
• Palifermin because if mouth or tongue sores develop, they may be more severe or last longer

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Alkacel may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Can Alkacel be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Alkacel be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

Reviews

Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Alkacel, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Alkacel. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.

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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology