Chlorambucil
Information about Chlorambucil
Chlorambucil uses
Chlorambucil is used in the treatment of blood cancer and Hodgkin’s disease.
How chlorambucil works
Chlorambucil 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 chlorambucil
Bone marrow suppression, Pulmonary fibrosis, Liver toxicity, Jaundice, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Secondary malignancies, Infertility, Central nervous system problems, Seizure, Hypersensitivity
Available Medicine for Chlorambucil
Expert advice for Chlorambucil
- Chlorambucil should be taken one hour before a meal or two hours after a meal.
Frequently asked questions for Chlorambucil
Chlorambucil
Q. How is Chlorambucil administered?
Chlorambucil is administered orally in tablet form.
Q. Why is Chlorambucil toxic to cancer cells/ how does Chlorambucil work?
Chlorambucil 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.
Q. Does Chlorambucil cause hair loss/constipation?
No, hair loss or constipation has not been reported with the use of Chlorambucil.