Phoxelon
Phoxelon Products are primarily used for
Cancer, Nephrotic syndrome
About Phoxelon Products
Uses of Phoxelon Products
Cyclophosphamide is used in the treatment of cancer and nephrotic syndrome.
Phoxelon Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Phoxelon are Hair loss, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Infection, Myelosuppression, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Cystitis, Microhematuria.
How Phoxelon Products work
Cyclophosphamide is an anti-cancer medication. It is an alkylating agent which works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells, thereby stopping their growth and multiplication. This is how it works against cancer.
Patient Concerns about Phoxelon Products
Frequently asked questions about Phoxelon Products
Frequently asked questions about Cyclophosphamide
Q. Can Phoxelon 200 Injection cause infertility?
Yes, Phoxelon 200 Injection can cause infertility in both men and women. It may interfere with the normal menstrual cycle in women and may stop sperm production in men. If you are considering becoming parents after the treatment please discuss this with your doctor. Talk to your doctor about cryopreservation (freezing) of sperm or eggs prior to treatment because of the possibility of irreversible infertility due to therapy with Phoxelon 200 Injection.
Q. Do I need to avoid sun exposure during treatment with Phoxelon 200 Injection?
No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on Phoxelon 200 Injection. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with Phoxelon 200 Injection.
Q. Can Phoxelon 200 Injection cause cancer?
Cancer medicines and radiation therapy can increase the risk of developing other cancers. These may not develop soon and may take a number of years after the completion of your treatment. The risk of developing cancer with Phoxelon 200 Injection is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of Phoxelon 200 Injection include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.
Q. Is Phoxelon 200 Injection chemotherapy medicine?
Yes, Phoxelon 200 Injection is a chemotherapy medicine, it belongs to the class of alkylating agents. It works by killing cancer cells. It is also known as cytotoxic medicine.
Q. Can Phoxelon 200 Injection be used for non-cancer condition?
Yes, Phoxelon 200 Injection can be used to treat nephrotic syndrome (a disease that is caused by damage to the kidneys) in children whose disease has not improved, has gotten worse, or has come back after taking other medications. Along with that, it can be used in children who experienced intolerable side effects with other medications. However, in adults, the safety and effectiveness of Phoxelon 200 Injection for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.
Q. Can Phoxelon 200 Injection causes weight loss?
Yes, Phoxelon 200 Injection may cause weight loss because of reduced appetite. This reduction in weight could be due to underlying cancer. Consult your doctor, if weight loss is worrying you.
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