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Ifosfamide ( eye-FOS-fa-mide) belongs to the group of medicines called alkylating agents. It is used to treat cancer of the testicles as well as some other kinds of cancer. Another medicine, called mesna, is usually given along with Ifosfamide to prevent bladder problems that can be caused by Ifosfamide. Ifosfamide interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. Since the growth of normal body cells may also be affected by Ifosfamide, other effects will also occur. Some of these may be serious and must be reported to your doctor. Other effects, like hair loss, may not be serious but may cause concern. Some effects may not occur until months or years after the medicine is used. Before you begin treatment with Ifosfamide, you and your doctor should talk about the good Ifosfamide will do as well as the risks of using it. Ifosfamide is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor. It is available in the following dosage form: Parenteral Injection (U.S. and Canada)
Your doctor has ordered the drug Ifosfamide to help treat your illness. The drug is given by injection into a vein. Ifosfamide is used to treat: germ cell testicular cancer bone and soft tissue sarcomas Ifosfamide is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Ifosfamide is in a class of drugs known as alkylating agents; it slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in your body. The length of treatment depends on the types of drugs you are taking, how well your body responds to them, and the type of cancer you have. Brand names: - IFEX - Ifosfamide |