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Ifopar 1gm Injection 1 Injection in 1 vial

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Ifopar 1gm Injection is a product of Parenteral Drugs India Ltd

Composition: Ifosfamide (1gm)

Pack of 1 injection

470

*Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

*MRP inclusive of all taxes
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All Details About Ifopar 1gm Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Ifopar 1gm Injection

Description:

Ifopar 1gm Injection is used in the treatment of different kinds of cancers. It is given alone or in combination with other chemotherapy medicines, radiotherapy and surgery to treat cancer of blood, breast, lung, ovaries, pancreas, testes, and lymph nodes.

Ifopar 1gm Injection is usually given as a slow infusion (drip) into a vein (intravenously) over several hours. 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. 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells), hair loss, decreased white blood cells count.  If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. 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.

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. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped.

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

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 Ifopar

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Hair loss
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Infection
  • Blood in urine
  • CNS toxicity

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ifopar 1gm Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ifopar 1gm Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Ifopar 1gm Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ifopar 1gm Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ifopar 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ifopar 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Ifopar 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ifopar 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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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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