CHLORAMBUCIL, (LEUKERAN) works for treating certain types of cancer (such as leukemia, lymphoma). Chlorambucil belongs to a class of drugs known as alkylating agents. It’s a doctor prescription (CHLORAMBUCIL) medicine.

ASPEN Pharma Ltd. in Germany mfg LEUKERAN. 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. LEUKERAN tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

The most common side effects of CHLORAMBUCIL are:

Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, or diarrhea. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, such as: easy bleeding/bruising, mouth sores, shaking/tremors, muscle problems (such as twitching, stiffness, weakness), numbness/tingling of the hands or feet, mental/mood changes (such as confusion, hallucinations), signs of liver problems (such as nausea/vomiting that doesn’t stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine), stopped menstrual periods (women).

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other side effects not listed above.

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