Busulfan Benefits & Uses
Busulfan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Busulfan Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Busulfan is used -
Moderate
- Edema
- Chest Pain
- Depression
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Mild
Busulfan Related Warnings
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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.
Severe -
Is 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.
Severe -
What is the effect of Busulfan on the Kidneys?
Busulfan is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Busulfan on the Liver?
Side effects of Busulfan rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Busulfan on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Busulfan on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Busulfan with Other Drugs
Busulfan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
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
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Is this Busulfan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Busulfan is addictive.
No -
Is 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.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Busulfan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Busulfan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Busulfan Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Busulfan
It is safe to take Busulfan with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Busulfan
Information about the interaction of Busulfan and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
See all substitutes for Busulfan
- Bucelon Injection - ₹5040.0
- Bucelon Tablet - ₹66.5
- Busulmax 2mg Tablet - ₹113.4
- Busulmax Injection - ₹4550.0
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References
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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)
