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Mechlorethamine (Systemic) and Infections

Result of checking the interaction of drug Mechlorethamine (Systemic) and disease Infections for safety when used together.

Check result:
Mechlorethamine (Systemic) <> Infections
Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of mechlorethamine is contraindicated in patients with known infectious diseases. Mechlorethamine inhibits rapidly proliferating cells and can induce severe myelosuppression. All patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms suggesting infection such as fever, sore throat, and local infection during therapy with mechlorethamine.

References:
  • "Product Information. Mustargen (mechlorethamine)." Merck & Co, Inc, West Point, PA.
Mechlorethamine (Systemic)

Generic Name: mechlorethamine

Brand Name: Mustargen

Synonyms: n.a.

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