Ifosfamide (2gm)
Celofos 2gm Injection is usually given as a slow infusion (drip) into a vein (intravenously) over several hours. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It is advised that you drink extra fluids so that you pass more urine. This will help prevent bladder and kidney problems and keep your kidneys working well.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells), hair loss, decreased white blood cells count. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver or kidneys.Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Celofos
1 ml Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Celofos 2gm Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Celofos 2gm Injection.
Celofos 2gm Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Celofos 2gm Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Celofos 2gm Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Celofos 2gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Celofos 2gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Celofos 2gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Celofos 2gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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