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Ifosfamide
How Ifosfamide works
Ifosfamide is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.
Side Effects
Nausea, Vomiting, Anemia, Hair loss, Decreased white blood cell count, Infection, Blood in urine, Cns toxicity
Usage
Ifosfamide is used in the treatment of blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer and ovarian cancer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is ifosfamide with mesna?Ifosfamide may cause damage to urinary bladder therefore it is used in combination with mesna to prevent bleeding and inflammation of the urinary bladder (hemorrhagic cystitis).
Q. What is ifosfamide with mesna?Ifosfamide may cause damage to urinary bladder therefore it is used in combination with mesna to prevent bleeding and inflammation of the urinary bladder (hemorrhagic cystitis).
Q. Does Ifosfamide cause hair loss or a vesicant?Yes, Ifosfamide may cause hair loss and it may act as vesicant
Q. Does Ifosfamide cause hair loss or a vesicant?Yes, Ifosfamide may cause hair loss and it may act as vesicant
