Warning: following info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment of your pharmacist. it shouldnot be construed to indicate that use of med is safe or effective for you. Consult youre healthcare professional before using this tablet.

Ifosfamide - injection

(eye-foss-fuh-mide)

common brand names: Ifex

Warning: Ifosfamide has caused severe urinary system problems (e.g., hemmorrhagic cystitis), blood disorders (e.g., bone marrow suppression), & CNS toxcities (e.g., confusion, loss of coordination, coma). These problems may require stopping the use of this medication. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any about following symptoms: signs of an infection (e.g., persistent fever or sore throat), unusual fatigue, easy bruising or bleeding, mood changes, confusion, sleepiness, difficult or painful urination, bloody urine, or dizziness.

Ifex Usage: this medication is often used in combination with other medications to treat various cancers.

How to use Ifex: this medication is given by health care professional as an injection into vein (IV). it is important to drink large amounts of fluids while taking this medication. If you have difficulty drinking large amounts about water, fluid will be given by an IV as well.

Ifex side effects: this medication causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, reversible hair loss, dizziness, confusion, depression, mouth sores, muscle aches, fatigue, headache, & skin rash. Notify your physician if these symptoms continue or become bothersome. Notify your doctor if you develop any of the following while taking this drug: fever, chills, sore throat, breathing difficulties, unusual bleeding or bruising, yellow discoloration of the eyes or skin, blood in the urine, painful urination, severe stomach ache, muscle pain. it pill affects you're blood cells. it is important to have your blood checked frequently while taking this drug to monitor the drugs effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Ifex Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional youre medical history, especially of: liver or kidney disease, any infections, previous anti-cancer treatment, blood disorders, any allergies you may have. this pill isnot recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your pharmacist. Ifosfamide passes in to breast milk & may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor. this med can affect the production about sperm in men. Therefore, reliable birth control should be used while using this medication.

Ifex med interactions: Tell your doctor of all the tablets you may use, (both prescription & nonprescription), especially about: warfarin.

Ifex Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Ifex special notes: it drug must be taken under close medical supervision. Discuss risks and benefits of this therapy with youre pharmacist.

If you missed Ifex dose: Its important to receive each scheduled dose about this pill. If you miss a dose, contact some your physician.

Ifex Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C).

Active Ingredients : Ifosfamide