Mechlorethamine Hcl Injection - Mechlorethamine - Injection Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Mechlorethamine Hcl Injection
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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).

Warning

• Do not inhale the dust and vapors of this medication.
• Avoid direct contact on skin, nose, mouth, or eyes.
• This medication is very damaging to surrounding tissue if it accidentally leaks.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop signs of leakage.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• It is important to receive each scheduled dose of this medication.
• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor.

Overdose

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

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of all medications you may use, both prescription and nonprescription.

Mechlorethamine Hcl Injection Miscellaneous Notes

• Regular doctor visits are important.
• Frequent blood tests will be done to monitor your progress.

Mechlorethamine Hcl Injection Storage Instructions

• Store vial at room temperature between 56 and 86 degrees F (between 13.
• 3 and 30 degrees C).

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, headache, confusion, drowsiness, metallic taste or weakness are common side effects.
• Taking the medication on an empty stomach with a full glass of water may help relieve vomiting.
• Changes in diet such as eating several small meals or limiting activity may help lessen some of these effects.
• In some cases, drug therapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting.
• Temporary hair loss is another common side effect; normal hair growth should return after treatment has ended.
• Contact your doctor, without delay, if you experience any of the following symptoms.

Read Before Using Mechlorethamine Hcl Injection (precautions)

• Tell your doctor you medical history, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• This is a potent medication.
• Use it exactly as prescribed.
• Tell your doctor or nurse immediately if you experience pain, burning or redness at the place where injected.
• Unless your doctor instructs you otherwise, drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication.
• This helps your kidneys to remove the drug from your body and avoid some of the side effects.

Medicinal Applications

• Meclorethamine is used to treat various types of cancer.