Altretamine
Information about Altretamine
Altretamine uses
Altretamine is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer.
How altretamine works
Altretamine 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 altretamine
Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Nausea, Vomiting, Confusion, Depression, Uncoordinated body movements, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Hallucination, Low blood platelets, Vertigo
Available Medicine for Altretamine
Expert advice for Altretamine
- Altretamine should be taken after meals or at bedtime.
Frequently asked questions for Altretamine
Altretamine
Q. What is Altretamine used for?
Altretamine is used to treat ovarian cancer in females which has not improved or became worse after treatment with other medications.
Q. How does Altretamine work?
Altretamine works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in the body.