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Finoxamide Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Finoxamide Tablet is a product of Darius- Healers Bioscience Pvt Ltd

Composition: Cyclophosphamide (50mg)

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All Details About Finoxamide Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Finoxamide Tablet

Description:

Finoxamide Tablet is used in the treatment of different kinds of cancers. It is also used to treat kidney disease known as nephrotic syndrome in children after other treatments have not worked. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.

Finoxamide Tablet should be taken with food preferably in morning but at the same time every day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, hair loss, fever, and blood in urine. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these. It is advised that you drink extra fluids so that you pass more urine. This will help prevent bladder and kidney problems and keep your kidneys working well.

Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Finoxamide Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Finoxamide

  • Nausea
  • Infection
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
  • Myelosuppression
  • Cystitis
  • Microhematuria
  • Hair loss

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Finoxamide Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Finoxamide Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Finoxamide Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Finoxamide Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Finoxamide Tablet may cause undesirable effects (e.g., dizziness, blurred vision, visual impairment) which could affect the ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Finoxamide Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Finoxamide Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

Can Finoxamide Tablet cause infertility?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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. Communicate to your doctor about cryopreservation (freezing) of sperm or eggs prior to treatment because of the possibility of irreversible infertility due to therapy with Finoxamide Tablet.

Do I need to avoid sun exposure during treatment with Finoxamide Tablet?

No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on Finoxamide Tablet. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with Finoxamide Tablet.

Can Finoxamide Tablet 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 Finoxamide Tablet is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of Finoxamide Tablet include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.

Is Finoxamide Tablet chemotherapy medicine?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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.

Can Finoxamide Tablet be used for non-cancer condition?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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 Finoxamide Tablet for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.

Can Finoxamide Tablet causes weight loss?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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.

Can Finoxamide Tablet cause infertility?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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. Communicate to your doctor about cryopreservation (freezing) of sperm or eggs prior to treatment because of the possibility of irreversible infertility due to therapy with Finoxamide Tablet.

Do I need to avoid sun exposure during treatment with Finoxamide Tablet?

No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on Finoxamide Tablet. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with Finoxamide Tablet.

Can Finoxamide Tablet 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 Finoxamide Tablet is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of Finoxamide Tablet include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.

Is Finoxamide Tablet chemotherapy medicine?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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.

Can Finoxamide Tablet be used for non-cancer condition?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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 Finoxamide Tablet for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.

Can Finoxamide Tablet causes weight loss?

Affirmative, Finoxamide Tablet 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.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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