Ifex-M Benefits & Uses

Ifex-M is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Testicular Cancer

Ifex-M Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Testicular Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: dose 1.2 grams/m2 per day for 5 consecutive days, treatment is repeated every 3 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Testicular Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: dose 1.2 grams/m2 per day for 5 consecutive days, treatment is repeated every 3 weeks

Ifex-M Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ifex-M is used -

Severe

Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Coma

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Difficulty urinating
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Chest Pain
Peripheral Edema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Hair Loss
Infection
Tremor
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Low energy
Drowsiness
Agitation
Restlessness
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Headache
पेट दर्द
Flushing
Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Fatigue
Insomnia

Common

Lightheadedness

Ifex-M Related Warnings

Is the use of Ifex-M safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Ifex-M without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ifex-M safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ifex-M. Immediately discontinue Ifex-M if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ifex-M on the Kidneys?

Ifex-M is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ifex-M on the Liver?

Ifex-M does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Ifex-M on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Ifex-M for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ifex-M with Other Drugs

Ifex-M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Atazanavir

Moderate

Gentamicin

Haloperidol

Warfarin

Ifex-M Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ifex-M unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Herpes
Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis

Frequently asked Questions about Ifex-M

Is this Ifex-M habit forming or addictive?

Ifex-M does not cause addiction.

Ifex-M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ifex-M

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ifex-M, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ifex-M

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ifex-M.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 670-671

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 860

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ifex (ifosfamide)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Holoxan (ifosfamide)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mesnex (mesna)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 860, 876

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 822-824

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