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Side effect(s) of Chlorambucil


Review the side-effects of Chlorambucil as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Blood
- Bone marrow suppression, anemia and decreased blood counts.

   Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and mouth ulcer.

   Central Nervous System
- Tremors, muscular twitching, confusion, agitation, incoordination and hallucinations.

   Miscellaneous
- Pulmonary fibrosis, liver damage, jaundice, fever, peripheral neuropathy, infertility and secondary malignancies.

Other Precautions :

Avoid alcoholic beverages.

Drug Name : Chlorambucil

Chlorambucil(Leukeran) generic is a cytotoxic chemotherapy drug, prescribed for chronic lymphocytic leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and lymphosarcoma. It slows or stops cancer cell growth.


Trade Names for Chlorambucil

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International :


Leukeran
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