Melphalan is a nitrogen mustard alkylating agent chemotherapy medication used to treat multiple myeloma, ovarian cancer, melanoma, and AL amyloidosis. It is taken as a tablet (by mouth) or by injection into a vein. It works by interfering with the creation of DNA and RNA.
Common side effects include nausea and bone marrow suppression. Other severe side effects may include anaphylaxis and the development of other cancers. Use during pregnancy may result in harm to the baby.
Synonyms
Alkeran