Buy Alphalan (Melphalan) Online
Alphalan 5mg Tablet is used to treat ovarian cancer and a type of bone marrow cancer called multiple myeloma. It may also be prescribed for other conditions as decided by your doctor.
How to Take Alphalan 5mg Tablet
Take this medicine on an empty stomach at the same time each day. Your doctor will decide the right dose and frequency based on your condition, and this may change over time. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Do not stop taking it unless told to do so. Alphalan can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so use sunscreen or protective clothing.
Uses of Alphalan Tablet
- Ovarian Cancer: A cancer that starts in the ovaries, often detected late and can spread to the pelvis and stomach. Alphalan helps kill or stop the growth of cancer cells. Avoid alcohol during treatment and drink plenty of water.
- Multiple Myeloma: A cancer causing bones to break down faster than they repair, leading to weak and painful bones. Alphalan helps kill cancer cells and stops their spread. It is often used with other cancer treatments. Your doctor may also recommend calcium and Vitamin D3 supplements if needed.
Benefits of Alphalan Tablet
In both ovarian cancer and multiple myeloma, Alphalan helps stop cancer cell growth, improves survival, and slows disease progression.
Common Side Effects of Alphalan Tablet
Most side effects are mild and improve with time. Contact your doctor if they persist or worsen. Common side effects include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Mouth inflammation (stomatitis)
- Anemia (low red blood cells)
- Hair loss
- Low blood platelets
- Diarrhea
- Reduced white blood cell count (which can increase infection risk)
Precautions
Before starting Alphalan, inform your doctor if you have bleeding problems, liver or kidney disease, or are on other medications. Many drugs can interact with Alphalan. It is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Both men and women should use effective contraception during treatment.
Monitoring During Treatment
Regular blood tests are important to check blood cell counts and kidney, liver, and heart health. Report any signs of infection (fever, chills, body aches), unusual bruising or bleeding, bleeding gums, or blood in urine or stool to your doctor immediately.
How Alphalan Works
Alphalan is an anti-cancer drug that damages the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of cancer cells, preventing them from growing and multiplying.