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Alkylating Drugs

Alkylating drugs are used to treat brain tumors, melanoma, Hodgkin's disease, Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, neuroblastoma, leukemia, multiple myeloma, retinoblastoma, and prostate cancer. They work by inhibiting cancer cell growth and slowing it down.

Why are alkylating drugs prescribed?

  1. Hodgkin Lymphoma (12%)
  2. Leukemia (12%)
  3. Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (12%)
  4. Breast Cancer (12%)
  5. Ovarian Cancer (12%)
  6. Neuroblastoma (12%)
  7. Multiple Myeloma (12%)
  8. Retinoblastoma (12%)
  9. Brain Tumor (6%)
  10. Lung Cancer (0%)

Key takeaways

Alkylating agents are used to treat various types of cancer, including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. These medications work by damaging the DNA of cancer cells, which prevents them from multiplying and growing. Alkylating agents come in different forms, including oral pills and injections, giving you options based on your treatment plan. Examples include cyclophosphamide, temozolomide (Temodar), melphalan (Alkeran), carmustine (Bicnu), and busulfan (Busulfex). You can discuss with your oncologist to determine the best form and medication for your condition.

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cyclophosphamide

as low as$71
CYCLOPHOSPHAMIDE treats some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Temodar (temozolomide)

as low as$62
TEMOZOLOMIDE treats brain cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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mitomycin

as low as$39
MITOMYCIN treats stomach cancer and pancreatic cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Treanda (bendamustine)

as low as$79
BENDAMUSTINE treats leukemia and lymphoma. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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dacarbazine

as low as$101
DACARBAZINE treats skin cancer and lymphoma. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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thiotepa

as low as$174
THIOTEPA treats some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells. It may also be used to help prepare your body before a stem cell transplant. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your bone marrow. This makes room for the transplanted cells to grow.
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Alkeran (melphalan)

as low as$350
MELPHALAN treats ovarian cancer. It may also be used to treat multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Busulfex (busulfan)

as low as$389
BUSULFAN helps prepare your body before a stem cell transplant. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your bone marrow. This makes room for the transplanted cells to grow.
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Emcyt

as low as$488
ESTRAMUSTINE treats prostate cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Grafapex

as low as$591
Grafapex is only available as a brand name drug.
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Ifex (ifosfamide)

as low as$710
IFOSFAMIDE treats some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Bicnu (carmustine)

as low as$796
CARMUSTINE treats some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Gleostine

as low as$1,291
Gleostine (lomustine) is an expensive chemotherapy drug used to treat brain tumors and Hodgkin’s disease. It works by interfering with the growth of rapidly growing cells like cancer cells. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. There is currently no generic alternative to Gleostine. It is not covered by Medicare or most insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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Bendeka

as low as$2,375
BENDAMUSTINE treats leukemia and lymphoma. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Vivimusta

as low as$3,140
BENDAMUSTINE treats leukemia and lymphoma. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Zanosar

as low as$3,349
STREPTOZOCIN treats pancreatic cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Myleran

as low as$4,031
BUSULFAN treats leukemia. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Gliadel

as low as$5,060
CARMUSTINE treats brain cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Leukeran

as low as$6,589
CHLORAMBUCIL treats leukemia and lymphoma. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Zepzelca

as low as$15,530
LURBINECTEDIN treats lung cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Jelmyto

as low as$23,435
MITOMYCIN treats bladder cancer and kidney cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Hepzato

as low as$35,895
Hepzato is part of the Alkylating Drugs class and treats Melanoma. Alkylating drugs are used to treat brain tumors, melanoma, Hodgkin's disease, Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, neuroblastoma, leukemia, multiple myeloma, retinoblastoma, and prostate cancer. They work by inhibiting cancer cell growth and slowing it down. Hepzato is only available as a brand name drug.
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Evomela

MELPHALAN treats multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells. It may also be used to help prepare your body before a stem cell transplant. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your bone marrow. This makes room for the transplanted cells to grow.
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Ivra

Ivra is part of the Alkylating Drugs class and treats Multiple Myeloma. Alkylating drugs are used to treat brain tumors, melanoma, Hodgkin's disease, Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, neuroblastoma, leukemia, multiple myeloma, retinoblastoma, and prostate cancer. They work by inhibiting cancer cell growth and slowing it down. Ivra is only available as a brand name drug.
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Matulane

PROCARBAZINE treats lymphoma. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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