Mustargen
Used for Hodgkin Lymphoma, Leukemia
Used for Hodgkin Lymphoma, Leukemia
Mustargen (mechlorethamine) is an injectable medication that's used to help relieve symptoms and improve quality of life in people with certain blood cancers, lung cancers, and cancers that have spread to other parts of the body. It has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available in the United States.
What is Mustargen (mechlorethamine)?
What is Mustargen (mechlorethamine) used for?
- Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)
- Non-Hodgkin lymphomas (e.g., mycosis fungoides)
- Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)
- Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)
- Polycythemia vera
- Lung cancers
- Spreading cancer that causes abnormal fluid collection near certain organs (effusion)
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Mustargen |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Anticancer |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Discontinued |
Mustargen (mechlorethamine) dosage
Typical dosage for Mustargen (mechlorethamine)
What are alternatives to Mustargen (mechlorethamine)?
There are a number of medications that your doctor can prescribe in place of Mustargen (mechlorethamine). Compare a few possible alternatives below.
