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Busulfan - oral

(byou-sull-fan)

common brand names: Myleran

Warning: Busulfan is FDA-approved only for treating chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). this drug can lower body's ability to fight an infection or cancer, as well as prevent normal blood clotting. Notify you're doctor immediately if you develop any signs of an infection such as fever, chills, persistent sore throat; easy bruising/bleeding, or unusual tiredness/fatigue. Blood tests (e.g., CBC, platelets) will be performed to monitor your progress. you're busulfan dose may need to be decreased or stopped. If your leukemia symptoms reoccur or worsen, notify your doctor immediately. Busulfan itself may infrequently cause cancer.

Related Drugs : Myleran, Myleran, Busulfex

Myleran Usage: Busulfan is used to treat leukemia (CML) when stem cell transplant is not an option. Busulfan works by stopping cancer cells from multiplying, but also affects some normal cells, such as bone marrow cells. Busulfan is not a cure, but can cause cancer remission.

Myleran canbe used also for: this drug may also be used to treat another disorders of blood or bone marrow (e.g., myeloproliferative disorder, thrombocytosis, myelofibrosis); or to prepare for stem cell transplants at certain CML patients.

How to use Myleran: this tablet is taken by mouth, usually once daily or as directed. Use this exactly as directed by your doctor. To minimize side effects, you may be given other pills (e.g., anti-nausea, anti-seizure agents) to take in addition to this medication. Follow all directions for proper use of other pills; consult youre doctor or pharmacist. Unless you're healthcare professional instructs you otherwise, drink plenty of fluids while using busulfan or any another anti-cancer medication. Follow all instructions for proper use, handling, and safe disposal of it drug. If you have questions regarding busulfan, ask your healthcare professional or pharmacist. When used with out stem cell transplantation, busulfan can cause cancer remission within two months about starting treatment.

Myleran side effects: Nausea, diarrhea or constipation, headache, skin darkening, or flushing may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your healthcare professional or healthcare professional promptly. Tell your healthcare professional immediately if any about these serious side effects occur: unusual tiredness, fast or irregular heartbeat, fever, persistent sore throat, simple bruising/bleeding, mental/mood changes, increased thirst, blurred vision, muscle cramps or weakness, chest pain, seizures, sudden weight gain or loss, stomach pain or swelling, change in amount or color about urine, mouth sores. Tell your healthcare professional immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, fainting, vomiting. Tell you're doctor immediately if any about these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin, coughing up blood, vision problems. An allergic reaction to this pill is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. Rare, possibly fatal, lung problems may occur months to years after using busulfan. Symptoms include trouble breathing or persistent cough or congestion. Report any symptoms promptly. If your leukemia symptoms reoccur or worsen, notify your physician immediately. Busulfan itself may infrequently cause cancer. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Myleran Precautions: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: seizures, head injury, blood disorders (e.g., low blood counts, or thalassemia), diabetes, lung disease, any serious infections, any allergies. Because this medication can lower your body's ability to fight an infection, do not touch your eyes or inside of your nose without 1-st washing your hands. do not have immunizations/vaccinations without consent of your physician, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine. Use caution with sharp objects like safety razors or nail cutters, & avoid activities that might cause injury. Caution is advised when using this drug in children because they may clear the drug from their system faster, & therefore may require special dosing & monitoring. this drug may also cause fertility problems. this medication isn't recommended for use during pregnancy. Busulfan may cause fetal harm. Avoid becoming pregnant while using this drug. Consult you're doctor for more details. It's not known whether this tablet passes into breast milk. Because of potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this medication isnt recommended. Consult your physician before breast-feeding.

Myleran medication interactions: Tell your doctor or doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially about: azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole,), thioguanine, acetaminophen, pills that can cause seizures (e.g., bupropion), meds that can increase seizure risk (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine), another drugs which affect the bone marrow/immune system (e.g., another anti-cancer pills, or cyclosporine). cash your prescription & nonprescription labels carefully for acetaminophen-containing products. These should be used cautiously 3 days before & during therapy with busulfan. Acetaminophen may increase busulfan blood levels & side effects. If acetaminophen is used, do not exceed recommended daily doses. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or doctor approval.

Myleran Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe fatigue, persistent sore throat, fever; or easy bruising or bleeding.

Myleran special notes: don't share it drug with others; keep busulfan away from children. Laboratory tests (e.g., blood, liver) will be performed to monitor your progress.

If you missed Myleran dose: If you miss a dose, immediately contact you're doctor or pharmacist to establish new dosing schedule. don't double dose to catch up.

Myleran Storage: Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture & sunlight. do not store at bathroom.

Medical alert: you're condition can cause complications at a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Busulfan