Melphalan
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Alkeran?
Brand Names: Canada:
Alkeran?
Uses
- It is used to treat multiple myeloma.
- It is used to treat cancer of the ovary.
- It is used before a bone marrow transplant.
- It is used to treat a type of lymphoma.
- It is used to treat amyloidosis.
- Melphalan harms cancer cells causing their death.
Dosing
How to take
- Oral:
- Take on an empty stomach. Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
- Take this drug at the same time of day.
- Shot:
- It is given as a shot into a vein.
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