Celkeran 2mg

Description Of Celkeran 2mg

Celkeran 2mg belongs to the group of medicines called alkylating agents. It is used to treat different types of cancer of the blood and lymph system, such as chronic lymphatic leukemia, Hodgkin's disease, and other types of lymphoma.

Celkeran 2mg Chemical Name

• Chlorambucil

Celkeran 2mg Manufacturer

• Celon Laboratories Ltd

Uses of Celkeran 2mg

Celkeran 2mg Tablet is used in the treatment of blood cancer and Hodgkin’s disease.

What is Celkeran 2mg?

Celkeran 2mg Tablet is used for Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Malignant lymphomas, Lymphosarcoma, Giant follicular lymphoma and other conditions. Celkeran 2mg Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How Celkeran 2mg working

Celkeran 2mg Tablet 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.

How is Celkeran 2mg used?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Celkeran 2mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Celkeran 2mg Indications

Take Celkeran 2mg Tablet as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Celkeran 2mg Dosage

• Celkeran 2mg
• Celkeran 5mg

Contraindication Of Celkeran 2mg

Hypersensitivity to Celkeran 2mg Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Celkeran 2mg Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:

• Disease that has already failed treatment with chlorambucil
• Hypersensitivity

Adverse effects Of Celkeran 2mg

• Bone marrow suppression
• Anemia
• Leukopenia
• Neutropenia
• Thrombocytopenia
• Pancytopenia
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Oral ulceration

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Celkeran 2mg

Celkeran 2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Celkeran 2mg Tablet is unsafe to use during lactation. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breastfeeding is not advisable.

Celkeran 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Celkeran 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Storage Conditions for Celkeran 2mg

Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.