Busulfex - Busulfan - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Busulfex.
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Busulfex Storage Instructions

• Store the vials at refrigerator temperature between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C).
• Do not freeze.
• After mixing and dilution in correct IV fluids (consult your pharmacist for details), the drug is stable at room temperature for 8 hours.
• Discard any unused liquid.
• Busulfan diluted in saline solution is stable for up to 12 hours if refrigerated as noted above.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include severe fatigue, persistent sore throat, fever; or easy bruising or bleeding.

Medicinal Applications

• Busulfan is used in combination with cyclophosphamide in the treatment of leukemia (chronic myelogenous leukemia) before stem cell transplant.
• It works by stopping cancer cells from multiplying, but also affects some normal cells, such as bone marrow cells.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Read Before Using Busulfex (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• Give this medication by vein (IV) over 2 hours, diluted in a solution (for example, saline, dextrose), usually 4 times daily for 4 days; or as directed by your doctor.
• To minimize side effects, you may be given other medications (for example, anti-nausea, anti-seizure agents) to take in addition to this drug.
• Follow all directions for the proper use of other medications; consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• Drink plenty of fluids while using this medication, unless instructed otherwise.
• Follow all instructions for proper preparation, use, handling, and safe disposal of this medication.
• Ask your pharmacist if you have questions regarding busulfan.
• Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
• If either is present, do not use the liquid.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Busulfex Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory tests (for example, blood, liver) will be performed to monitor your progress.

Warning

• This medication can lower the body's ability to fight an infection or cancer, as well as preventing normal blood clotting.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any signs of an infection such as fever, chills, persistent sore throat; easy bruising/bleeding or unusual tiredness/fatigue.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, or the dose is interrupted, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, diarrhea or constipation, headache, skin darkening, flushing, trouble sleeping, pain or swelling at the injection site, or dry mouth may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water, or use a saliva substitute.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.