Myleran
Myleran 2MG
What is Myleran?
Myleran (busulfan) is an alkylating agent used primarily in the treatment of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). It works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, which are then destroyed by the body. Myleran is available in oral tablet form and must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare provider due to its potential for severe side effects.Side Effects
- Seizures
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Bloody or black, tarry stools
Warnings
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have thalassemia, myasthenia gravis, a history of seizures or head injury, or if you ever had chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
- This medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children.
- This medicine may cause the following problems: A rare but serious lung problem, which may develop months or years after you stop taking the medicineAn increased risk for other kinds of cancer, or for a recurrence of leukemia
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
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What is Myleran ?
Myleran (busulfan) is an alkylating agent used primarily in the treatment of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). It works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, which are then destroyed by the body. Myleran is available in oral tablet form and must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare provider due to its potential for severe side effects.- Seizures
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Bloody or black, tarry stools
- Fever, chills, cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, and body aches
- Coughing up blood
- Chest pain or pressure, trouble breathing
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness, pale skin
- Loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, darkening of your skin
- It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have thalassemia, myasthenia gravis, a history of seizures or head injury, or if you ever had chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
- This medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children.
- This medicine may cause the following problems: A rare but serious lung problem, which may develop months or years after you stop taking the medicineAn increased risk for other kinds of cancer, or for a recurrence of leukemia
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Seizures
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness, pale skin
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Myleran 2MG
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