Clokeran

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Clokeran Information

Clokeran is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Hodgkin Lymphoma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Clokeran has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clokeran. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Clokeran can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Clokeran are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Clokeran's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Clokeran related warnings talks about Clokeran's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Clokeran can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Clokeran in conditions like Infertility. Some other conditions that can be affected by Clokeran are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Clokeran may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clokeran is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Clokeran Benefits & Uses

Clokeran is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clokeran 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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 6 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 6 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Clokeran Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clokeran is used -

Severe

  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Moderate

  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Confusion
  • Mouth sores
  • Hallucinations

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Tremor
  • Agitation
  • Rash

Clokeran Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Clokeran safe for pregnant women?


    Clokeran 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 Clokeran safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Clokeran. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Clokeran on the Kidneys?


    No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Clokeran on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Clokeran will cause side effects on kidney or not.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Clokeran on the Liver?


    Side effects of Clokeran rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Clokeran on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Clokeran for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Clokeran with Other Drugs

Clokeran should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Clokeran Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clokeran unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Clokeran

  • Is this Clokeran habit forming or addictive?


    Clokeran is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Clokeran, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Clokeran can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Clokeran only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Clokeran is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Clokeran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Clokeran


    You can take Clokeran with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Clokeran


    Information about the interaction of Clokeran and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Leukeran® (chlorambucil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 860

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 52-54



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