Busulfan Information
Busulfan Benefits & Uses
Busulfan is used to treat the following -
- क्रोनिक माइलोजेनस ल्यूकेमिया Primary
Busulfan Dosage & How to Take
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.
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Ingredients of Busulfan
Busulfan Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Busulfan is used -
- Edema Moderate
- Chest Pain Moderate
- Depression Moderate
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness Mild
- Dyspepsia
- Rhinitis
- Dry Mouth Mild
- Chills
- Rash
- Anxiety Mild
- Anemia Moderate
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Busulfan Related Warnings
Is the use of Busulfan safe for pregnant women?
Busulfan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
SevereIs the use of Busulfan safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Busulfan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Busulfan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
SevereWhat is the effect of Busulfan on the Kidneys?
Busulfan is not harmful for kidneys.
SafeWhat is the effect of Busulfan on the Liver?
Side effects of Busulfan rarely affect the liver.
MildWhat is the effect of Busulfan on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Busulfan on the heart have been reported.
MildSevere Interaction of Busulfan with Other Drugs
Busulfan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Clozapine
Etanercept
Metronidazole
Nalidixic Acid
Busulfan Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Busulfan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Bleeding
- Blood Cancer
- Neutropenia
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Busulfan
Is this Busulfan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Busulfan is addictive.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Busulfan. So it is best to avoid driving.
DangerousIs it safe?
Yes, Busulfan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Busulfan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
NoBusulfan Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Busulfan
It is safe to take Busulfan with food.
SafeInteraction between Alcohol and Busulfan
Information about the interaction of Busulfan and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
- April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 258-260
- KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 861
- US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Busulfex (busulfan)
- US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Myleran® (busulfan)
