Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Alphalan is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. The alternative uses of Alphalan have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Alphalan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Alphalan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alphalan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alphalan is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Alphalan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alphalan related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Alphalan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Alphalan have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alphalan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Alphalan is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Adult(Female) |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Alphalan safe for pregnant women?
Alphalan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Alphalan without medical advice.
Is the use of Alphalan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Alphalan. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Alphalan on the Kidneys?
Alphalan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alphalan on the Liver?
Alphalan has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Alphalan on the Heart?
Alphalan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Alphalan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alphalan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alphalan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alphalan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Alphalan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Alphalan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Alphalan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alphalan
You can take Alphalan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alphalan
Information about the interaction of Alphalan and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Evomela (melphalan)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 861
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 810-812