Busulmax 60 Injection

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Composition FOR Busulmax 60mg Injection

Busulfan(60mg)

food interaction for Busulmax Injection

alcohol interaction for Busulmax Injection

pregnancy interaction for Busulmax Injection

lactation interaction for Busulmax Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Busulmax 60 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Busulmax 60 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Busulmax 60 Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Busulmax 60mg Injection

Busulfan(60mg)

Busulmax injection uses

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How busulmax injection works

Busulmax 60 Injection 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 busulmax injection

Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets), Nausea, Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, 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)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Busulmax Injection

4 Substitutes
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  • Emsulfan 60mg Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 5332/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 5500
    pay 746% more per Injection
  • Bufatas IV Injection
    (10 ml Injection in vial)
    Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 862.90/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 8900
    pay 37% more per ml of Injection
  • Bucelon 60mg Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Celon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 6980/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 7200
    pay 1008% more per Injection
  • Kabisulfan 60mg Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 4848/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 5000
    pay 669% more per Injection

Expert advice FOR Busulmax Injection

  • 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 Busulmax 60mg Injection

Busulfan

Q. Does Busulmax 60 Injection cause hair loss?
Yes, Busulmax 60 Injection can cause hair loss.
Q. Is Busulmax 60 Injection a vesicant?
Yes. Busulmax 60 Injection is a vesicant (irritant).

Content on this page was last updated on 12 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)