Leukeran

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Leukeran Information

Leukeran, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Hodgkin Lymphoma are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Leukeran have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leukeran. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Leukeran side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Leukeran normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Leukeran is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Leukeran's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Leukeran is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infertility as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Leukeran contraindications section.

Besides this, Leukeran may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Leukeran is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Leukeran Benefits & Uses

Leukeran is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Leukeran 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


Leukeran Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leukeran 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

Leukeran Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Leukeran safe for pregnant women?


    Leukeran has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Leukeran without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Leukeran safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


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

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


    Side effects of Leukeran rarely affect the liver.

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


    Using Leukeran does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Leukeran with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Leukeran Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Leukeran

  • Is this Leukeran habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Leukeran 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 Leukeran as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Leukeran only as per medical advice.

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


    Leukeran is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Leukeran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Leukeran


    It is safe to take Leukeran with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Leukeran


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Leukeran 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; 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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