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Nuphos 1000mg Injection

Salt Composition: CYCLOPHOSPHAMIDE

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Categories: Oncology

Conditions: Anti Cancer

Product Introduction

Nuphos 1000mg Injection is an anticancer agent indicated in the treatment of various malignancies. Nuphos 1000mg Injection is used to treat malignant lymphomas (cancers originating from the lymphatic system, including vessels, fluid, and lymphoid tissue) such as Hodgkin's disease, lymphocytic lymphoma, mixed-cell type lymphoma, leukaemias, neuroblastoma, ovarian cancer, retinoblastoma and breast carcinoma. It is also indicated in the treatment of Minimal Change Nephrotic syndrome in paediatric patients (a kidney condition characterised by loss of large quantities of protein in urine). Nuphos 1000mg Injection is contraindicated in pregnancy, patients with acute infections, urinary tract infections, urinary outflow obstruction, and bone marrow disorders. Treatment with this medicine may result in immune suppression, bone marrow failure, cardiotoxicity, renal toxicity, pulmonary toxicity, and secondary malignancies. Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing kidney disease, immune conditions, cardiac disorders, or liver disease.

Uses

Malignant lymphomas Leukemias Retinoblastoma Carcinoma of breast Ovarian cancer Mycosis fungoides Minimal Change Nephrotic Syndrome in Pediatric Patients

How it works

It is believed to work by cross-linking of strands of DNA in the tumor cells and damages the tumor cells.

How to Use

It will be administered intravenously by physicians who are experienced in cancer chemotherapy.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Infections Immune suppression Blood disorders Allergic reactions Abnormal liver function Inflammation of the bladder Kidney diseases blood in urine sterility impaired wound healing Common Nausea, vomiting Low white blood cell count Diarrhea Hair loss Fever Weakness Inflammation Dizziness Blurred vision amenorrhea

Expert Tips

Inform the doctor if the patient has any kidney, liver, heart problems and medication taken for different medical conditions. It causes immune suppression and hence informs the doctor if there are any immune problems. Avoid this medication if the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding mother. The patient undergoing treatment with this medicine may have dizziness, blurred vision. Consult your doctor before driving and handling heavy machines.

References

  1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Anticancer drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 860.
  2. Baxter, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on June 2016] [ Accessed on 8th April 2021], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/1815/smp
  3. Baxter, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on May 2013] [ Accessed on 7th April 2021], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/012141s090,012142s112lbl.pdf

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: unsafe Nuphos 1000mg Injection can cause fetal harm when administered to the pregnant woman. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medication. Your physician will instruct you to take it when it is necessary.

Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Nuphos 1000mg Injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

Breastfeeding: unsafe Avoid this medication if you are breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for potential risks and benefits.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS