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Alphalan Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. Alphalan Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Alphalan Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Alphalan Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Alphalan Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Alphalan Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Alphalan Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alphalan Injection related warnings section.
The section on Alphalan Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Alphalan Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alphalan Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Alphalan Injection 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
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Is the use of Alphalan Injection 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 Injection 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 Injection on the Kidneys?
Alphalan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alphalan Injection on the Liver?
Alphalan has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Alphalan Injection on the Heart?
Alphalan has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alphalan Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alphalan Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alphalan Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Alphalan Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Alphalan Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Alphalan Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alphalan Injection
You can take Alphalan Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alphalan Injection
Information about the interaction of Alphalan Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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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
