Melfalax

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Melfalax Information



Melfalax Benefits & Uses

Melfalax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Melfalax 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: Multiple Myeloma
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Multiple Myeloma
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Melfalax Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dyspepsia
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dizziness
  • पेट दर्द

Unknown

  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Hair Loss
  • Diarrhoea
  • Infection
  • Abdominal cramp

Melfalax Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Melfalax safe for pregnant women?


    Melfalax can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Melfalax safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Melfalax may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Melfalax should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

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


    Melfalax rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Melfalax on the Liver?


    Side effects of Melfalax rarely affect the liver.

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


    Melfalax may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Melfalax with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Melfalax Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Melfalax

  • Is this Melfalax habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Melfalax is addictive.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Melfalax as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Melfalax 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, the use of Melfalax in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Melfalax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Melfalax


    Taking Melfalax with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Melfalax


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Melfalax with alcohol.

    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; Evomela (melphalan)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 861

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 810-812



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