Ifosfamide

Ifosfamide is used for the control, treatment and prevention of urothelial toxicity prophylaxis, testis cancer, bronchi cancer, cystic fibrosis, breast cancer, and bladder cancer. Ifosfamide works by inactivating toxins produced by drugs, as well as inhibiting the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.

Do not take Ifosfamide if you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in it. Before using Ifosfamide tell your doctor if you are using any prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, or other herbal and dietary pills and supplements, if you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, or if you have any upcoming surgeries. Also let your doctor know your history of medical problems, pre-existing diseases and current health conditions.

Ifosfamide is administered intravenously via injection, in doses prescribed by the doctor. Dosage depends on conditions such as medical condition, diet, age, and counteraction with other medicines.

Possible side effects of Ifosfamide include nausea, dizziness, lightheadedness, cough, headache, eye infections, muscle pain, joint pain, pain in lymph nodes, and narrowing of the bronchial smooth muscle. If you experience side effects other than the ones listed above, you need to contact your doctor for immediate medical assistance.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Blood Cancer

• Breast Cancer

• Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

• Ovarian Cancer

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Anemia

• Hair Loss

• Decreased White Blood Cell Count

• Infections

• Blood In Urine

• Cns Toxicity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Isoxan 1gm injection may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Isoxan 1gm injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Isoxan 1gm injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Ifosfamide, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Ifosfamide as ingredient

• Ifoxan + Mesna 200 Mg/1000 Mg Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Holoxan 100Mg/2Gm Injection

  Zydus Cadila

• Holoxan 1Gm Injection

  Zydus Cadila

• Holoxan 500Mg Injection

  Zydus Cadila

• Isoxan 1Gm Injection

  Vhb Life Sciences Inc

• Ifopar 2000Mg Injection

  Parenteral Drugs India Ltd

• Ipamide With Mesna Injection

  Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd

• Ifomid M 1G Injection

  United Biotech Pvt Ltd

• Ipamide 2Gm Injection

  Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd

• Ifoxan + Mesna Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

This medication falls under the category of an immunosuppressive chemotherapeutic agent. Its forms active metabolites which bind to many intracellular structures, including DNA. It forms inter and intrastrand cross-linking in the DNA. This leads to DNA inactivation and ultimately cell death.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.