Melphalan
Trade Names:
Alkeran®
Possible Uses:
Used as a chemotherapy drug, often for lymphomas and myelomas. Also used as high-dose therapy conditioning regimen for multiple myeloma.
Special Notes:
Given as tablet or injection
Possible Side Effects:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mouth sores, temporary hair loss, lung disorder (often reversible), skin inflammation, liver disorder (often reversible). Last updated on 02/01/2010
