Along with its needing effects, a drug may cause some unwanted effects. When mechlorethamine is applied to the skin, it does not usually cause the same effects as when it is given by injection However, stop using this drug and check with your family doctor immediately if the following side effects was happen
Hives; shortness of breath - sudden; skin rash or itching; sore, reddened skinCheck with your family doctor also if you develop dry skin. There may be a lotion or ointment that you can use to help this. However, do not use anything else on your skin unless directed by your family doctor.
Your skin color may darken after you have using this drug for a while. The effect will go away after you have stopped using the drug.
More common side effects not listed above may also occur in some diseaseds. If you have any other problems, check with your family doctor.