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Chloramax 2mg Tablet

by GLS Pharma Ltd.
Chlorambucil (2mg)

₹1424

Chloramax 2mg Tablet

Introduction to Chloramax 2mg Tablet

Chloramax 2mg Tablet should be taken empty stomach, or 1 hour before and 2 hours after a meal. But, try to have it at the same time every day for most benefits. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include anemia (low number of red blood cells), decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets) decreased white blood cell count, infection,  nausea and vomiting. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Inform your doctor if you have a medical history, of bleeding disorders, heart or liver disease, radiation treatment or any infection. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with kidney, liver and heart function during treatment with this medicine. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Safety Advice for Chloramax 2mg Tablet

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Chloramax 2mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

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Chloramax 2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Chloramax 2mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

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It is not known whether Chloramax 2mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

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Chloramax 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Chloramax 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Careful monitoring by a doctor is important as kidney disease patients are at an increased risk of bone marrow depression and inflammation and infections of urinary bladder while taking this medicine.

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There is limited information available on the use of Chloramax 2mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

How Chloramax 2mg Tablet works

Chloramax 2mg Tablet 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.

How To Use Chloramax 2mg Tablet

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Chloramax 2mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects Of Chloramax 2mg Tablet

  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Bone marrow suppression
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Mouth ulcer

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FAQ's on Chloramax 2mg Tablet

Does Chloramax cause hair loss/constipation?

No, hair loss or constipation has not been reported with the use of Chloramax.

Why is Chloramax toxic to cancer cells/ how does Chloramax work?

Chloramax belongs to a class of drugs called nitrogen mustard derivatives which kill the cancer cells by interfering with DNA replication, and also by directly slowing or stopping their growth

How is Chloramax excreted?

Chloramax is metabolized in liver to form nontoxic compounds which are excreted in urine

What is Chloramax used for?

Chloramax is used to treat some types of blood cancers like Hodgkins disease (cancer that starts in blood cells that are part of immune system), certain forms of non-Hodgkins lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia (disease where the bone marrow produces a large number of abnormal white cells. It is also used to treat Waldenstroms macroglobulinaemia (rare blood condition involving the release of an abnormal protein, macroglobulin, into the blood)

How is Chloramax administered?

Chloramax is administered orally in tablet form

Does Chloramax need to be refrigerated?

Chloramax has to be stored in a refrigerator at 2 °C – 8 °C

Prescription Required

Chloramax 2mg Tablet

by GLS Pharma Ltd.
Chlorambucil (2mg)

₹1424

Chloramax 2mg Tablet

Chloramax 2mg Tablet

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