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Melphalan 5mg

Melphalan

Alkacel 5 mg Tablet

Brand Name: Alkacel

Molecule: Melphalan

Strength: 5 mg

Quantity: 25 Tablets

Form: Tablet

Packaging Type: Bottle

Manufacturer/Marketed By: Celon Lab

Country of Origin: India

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Overview

- Introduction
- Benefits
- Indications and Usage
- How it Works
- Dosage & Administration
- Side Effects
- Warning and Precaution

Description

Alkacel 5 mg Tablet contains Melphalan, an oral chemotherapy medicine used to treat multiple myeloma and certain ovarian cancers. It works by slowing the growth of cancer cells under oncologist supervision.

Benefits

Slows or stops cancer cell multiplication
Helps reduce tumor burden
Improves treatment outcomes in multiple myeloma
Effective oral chemotherapy option in certain cancers

Indications and Usage

Alkacel 5 mg Tablet is indicated for:

Multiple Myeloma
Advanced Ovarian Cancer
May be used as part of conditioning therapy before stem cell transplant (as clinically advised)

Treatment should be initiated and supervised by an oncologist.

How it Works

Melphalan is an alkylating chemotherapy agent that binds to DNA inside cancer cells, preventing replication and triggering cell death. This helps slow or stop tumor growth in susceptible cancers.

Dosage & Administration

Dose is individualized based on cancer type, body weight, and treatment plan
Swallow tablets whole with water — do not crush or chew
Can be taken with or without food, as advised
Do not skip, double, or stop dosing without medical guidance
Frequent blood tests are required to monitor blood counts and organ function

Use only under oncologist direction.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue or weakness
Mouth sores
Hair thinning
Low blood cell counts (anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia)

Serious side effects (seek urgent care):

Severe infection or fever
Unusual bleeding or bruising
Allergic reactions
Liver or kidney dysfunction

Warning and Precaution

Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding
May cause severe bone marrow suppression—regular monitoring required
Inform doctor if you have kidney or liver disease
Increased infection and bleeding risk — avoid contact with sick individuals
Avoid live vaccines during treatment
Report persistent fever, bleeding, or breathing difficulty immediately

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