Information about Busulfan

Busulfan Uses

Busulfan is used in the treatment of blood cancer (chronic myeloid leukaemia). It is used in combination with other cancer medicine during hematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation (HPCT).

How Busulfan works

Busulfan is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.

Common side effects of Busulfan

Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Anxiety, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Decreased potassium level in blood, Diarrhea, Fever, Headache, Increased glucose level in blood, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Constipation, Depression, Dizziness, Myelosuppression, Rash, Weakness, Chills, Pain, Allergic reaction, Chest pain, Injection site inflammation, Back pain, Tachycardia, High blood pressure, Thromboembolism, Vasodilation, Decreased appetite, Dyspepsia, Dryness in mouth, Rectal discomfort, Abdominal distension, Decreased calcium level in blood, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Edema (swelling), Elevated serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase, Increased creatinine level in blood, Inflammation of the nose, Lung disorder, Cough, Nosebleeds, Breathlessness, Itching
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Available Medicine for Busulfan

BufatasIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
8900 to ₹105752 variant(s)
EmsulfanEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
55001 variant(s)
BucelonCelon Laboratories Ltd
95 to ₹72002 variant(s)
BuranNeon Laboratories Ltd
2601 variant(s)
BusefanHalsted Pharma Private Limited
81001 variant(s)
GlosulfanGlobela Pharma Pvt Ltd
1151 variant(s)
KabisulfanFresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
50001 variant(s)
MylefanCadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
2491 variant(s)
BusuphanElder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
691 variant(s)
BusulmaxGLS Pharma Ltd.
162 to ₹65002 variant(s)

Expert advice for Busulfan

  • Busulfan is given as an injection into the vein by a healthcare provider.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels of blood cells in your blood.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unusual bruising or bleeding or if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools and sore throat.
     

Frequently asked questions for Busulfan

Busulfan

Q. Does Busulfan cause hair loss?

Yes, Busulfan can cause hair loss.

Q. Is Busulfan a vesicant?

Yes. Busulfan is a vesicant (irritant).

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