Introduction

Melfalax 2mg Tablet contains the active constituent Melphalan. It is an anticancer agent that belongs to the class of medications called alkylating agents. It is used to treat multiple myeloma (a type of cancer of the bone marrow), advanced breast cancer, advanced ovarian cancer, and polycythemia vera (a disease that increases the number of red blood cells in your blood, thickening it and causing blood clots). It works by reducing the number of abnormal cells your body makes.

Do not take Melfalax 2mg Tablet if you are allergic to melphalan or any of the other ingredients. Inform your physician if you have had radiotherapy or cancer chemotherapy recently or have a kidney problem. Avoid this medicine if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you have been vaccinated recently or plan to take any vaccination. Report to your physician immediately if you experience rash, lumps, hives on the skin, swollen face, eyelids, or lips, sudden wheeziness, or chest tightness after taking the medicine.

Uses

Melfalax 2mg Tablet is used for:

• Multiple myeloma
• Advanced breast cancer
• Advanced ovarian cancer
• Polycythemia vera

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone experiences them. Melfalax 2mg Tablet side effects include:

Common:

• Decreased blood cell count
• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
• Mouth ulcers
• Hair loss

Serious:

• Cardiac arrest
• Liver inflammation
• Hypersensitivity skin reactions
• Acute renal failure
• Lung inflammation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)