(Melphalan) Alkeran
Alkeran is one of the older chemotherapy
drugs. It has been in use for many years. Alkeran is administered orally in pill form. The
most common conditions for which this drug is administered are:
The type and extent of a cancer will determine the method
and schedule of administration of this drug. This decision is made by the medical oncologist. Alkeran is normally prescribed once a day for up
to two to three weeks at a time.
Side effects:
The degree and severity of the side effects depend on the
amount and schedule of the administration of Alkeran. Some of the most common adverse
effects are as follows:
It is imperative that patients communicate any side effects
or problems to their medical oncologist. |
