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Cydoxan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Multiple Myeloma. Secondary and off-label uses of Cydoxan have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cydoxan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cydoxan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cydoxan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Cydoxan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Cydoxan related warnings talks about Cydoxan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cydoxan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cydoxan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cydoxan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cydoxan is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Cydoxan safe for pregnant women?
Cydoxan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Cydoxan without medical advice.
Is the use of Cydoxan safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cydoxan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cydoxan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cydoxan on the Kidneys?
Cydoxan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cydoxan on the Liver?
Cydoxan is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cydoxan on the Heart?
Cydoxan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cydoxan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cydoxan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cydoxan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cydoxan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cydoxan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Cydoxan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cydoxan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cydoxan
It is safe to take Cydoxan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cydoxan
Information about the interaction of Cydoxan and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cyclophosphamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 860
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 375-377