alphalan 5mg tablet
What is alphalan 5mg tablet used for?
Alphalan (Melphalan) is used to treat ANTI NEOPLASTICS. It contains Melphalan (5mg), which Alkylating agent; cross-links DNA, inhibiting DNA replication and transcription.. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Melphalan
- Manufacturer: Natco Pharma Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: D
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alphalan 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Multiple myeloma, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, malignant melanoma, soft tissue sarcoma.
Off-label uses: Amyloidosis, conditioning for stem cell transplant.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Melphalan |
| Brand Name | Alphalan |
| Manufacturer | Natco Pharma Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Alkylating agent |
| Route of Administration | Oral, intravenous. |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Alkylating agent; cross-links DNA, inhibiting DNA replication and transcription.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alphalan 5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alphalan 5mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Myelosuppression
- Alopecia
- Mucositis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe myelosuppression
- Secondary malignancies
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Venocclusive disease
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Hemolytic anemia
- Interstitial pneumonitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclosporine | Major | Increased risk of nephrotoxicity and myelosuppression |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| Live vaccines | Major | Risk of disseminated infection |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Cyclosporine
- Tacrolimus
- Other alkylating agents
- Radiation therapy
โก Moderate Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Anticoagulants
- Live vaccines
- Phenytoin
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Allopurinol
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may reduce absorption; take on empty stomach.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase hepatotoxicity risk.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to melphalan, severe myelosuppression, pregnancy, breastfeeding.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Complete blood count, renal function, hepatic function, serum uric acid.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Contraindicated; excreted in breast milk.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; monitor blood counts; consider hematopoietic growth factors.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
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