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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is used to treat blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, testicular cancer, and pancreatic cancer. It contains Ifosfamide which works by preventing the growth and multiplication of cancer cells. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, low number of red/white blood cells, hair loss, and infection. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

IFOSFAMIDE-1000MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Getwell Oncology Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection belongs to a group of medications called ‘anti-neoplastic'. It is used in the treatment of blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer (a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries), testicular cancer (cancer occurs in the testicles (testes), (which are located inside the scrotum, a loose bag of skin underneath the penis), and pancreatic cancer (a type of cancer that begins in the pancreas). Blood cancer begins in blood-forming tissue, such as the bone marrow or the immune system's cells. Examples of blood cancer are leukemia ( a blood cancer caused by a rise in the number of white blood cells in your body), lymphoma (cancer that begins in infection-fighting cells of the immune system, called lymphocytes), and multiple myeloma (cancer that forms in a type of white blood cell called a plasma cell).

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection contains ‘ifosfamide’, which is an anti-cancer drug. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication. 

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells), hair loss, decreased white blood cell count, infection, blood in urine, CNS toxicity. Most of these side effects of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection if you are allergic to any other ingredients present in it. Do not self-administer Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection. Before taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection, talk to your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease, heart diseases, liver diseases, bone marrow suppression, cystitis, CNS toxicity. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as it may affect the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection. It is not recommended for use in children under 1 year of age. 

Uses of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection

Treatment of Blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, testicular cancer, and pancreatic cancer.

Directions for Use

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection contains ‘ifosfamide’, which is an anti-cancer drug. It is used to treat blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, testicular cancer, and pancreatic cancer. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication. 

How Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection Works

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection contains ‘ifosfamide’, which is an anti-cancer drug. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Hair loss
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Infection
  • Blood in urine
  • CNS toxicity
  • Dehydration
  • Dry mouth/increased thirst
  • Pale/wrinkled skin
  • Temporary hair loss
  • Trouble breathing

What if I have taken an overdose of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection

Since Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is administered by a healthcare professional, an overdose is unlikely to occur. However, seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection if you are allergic to any other ingredients present in it. Do not self-administer Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection. Before taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection, talk to your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease, heart diseases, liver diseases,  cystitis, CNS toxicity. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as it may affect the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection. It is not recommended for use in children under 1 year of age. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection should be used with caution in infections. Because the chances of infections are more in patients receiving this medicine. Hold the chemotherapy and start with broad-spectrum antibiotics if there are any signs and symptoms of fever. Close monitoring of the body temperature and the blood cell count is necessary. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving this Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, abnormal muscle movements, seizures. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection may cause bone marrow suppression, which lowers the white blood cell count (neutrophils) and platelets. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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IfosfamideCidofovir
Critical
IfosfamideClozapine
Severe

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IfosfamideCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Taking cidofovir with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's with Cidofovir together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
IfosfamideClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Co-administration of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's with Clozapine can increase the risk of neutropenia (low levels of neutrophils in blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's with Clozapine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any signs of infection like fever, chills, or a sore throat, or experience discomfort while urinating, it's best to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IfosfamideTofacitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's with Tofacitinib may increase the risk of serious infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tofacitinib with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. It is important to keep a close eye on your condition. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IfosfamideThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Taking thalidomide together with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking thalidomide and Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
IfosfamideBaricitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Coadministration of baricitinib and Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's can raise the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, baricitinib can be taken with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
IfosfamideTenofovir alafenamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
The combined use of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's and Tenofovir alafenamide can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's and Tenofovir alafenamide together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
IfosfamideLidocaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's with Lidocaine can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's and Lidocaine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you develop gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
IfosfamideCladribine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Combining Cladribine with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's and Cladribine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IfosfamideInfliximab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Combining Infliximab with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's can speed up the breakdown of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's in the body. This can increase the risk or severity of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's with Infliximab can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, weight loss, and pain or burning when you urinate, contact a doctor right away. Don't hesitate to reach out to your doctor if you experience any of these. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
IfosfamideBupivacaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's:
Taking Bupivacaine and Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's may cause methemoglobinemia, (a condition in which the iron in the hemoglobin molecule -the red blood pigment is defective, making it unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking bupivacaine and Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection 1's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a variety of protein-rich foods that are low in fat. Include seafood, lean meat and poultry, greek yoghurts, eggs, beans, soy products, and unsalted nuts and seeds.
  • Take vitamin A foods, found in green- or orange-coloured fruits and vegetables, such as sweet potatoes, carrots, kale, spinach, and apricots.
  • Stay away from strong-smelling foods to avoid aggravating any disorders of taste.
  • Avoid fatty fried, spicy, and overly sweet foods, as they may induce nausea.
  • Avoid refined sugars (including raw, brown, and palm sugar) and refined carbohydrates, as most tumours prefer glucose as an energy source.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol.
  • Quit smoking.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC
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Alcohol

Caution

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while receiving this Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, abnormal muscle movements, seizures.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for a specific period of time or prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

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Driving

Caution

Use of this Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection.

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Liver

Caution

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. A dose adjustment of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. A dose adjustment of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age unless prescribed by your physician. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits significantly outweigh the risks. In such a case, the patient should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

FAQs

Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is used to treat blood cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, testicular cancer and pancreatic cancer.
Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection contains ‘ifosfamide’, which is an anti-cancer drug. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.Â
Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection causes common side effects like nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells), hair loss, decreased white blood cell count, infection, blood in urine, CNS toxicity. Most of these side effects of Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection is available in the form of injection. Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection should be taken as advised by your doctor. Kindly do not self-administer. Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine.
Yes, Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection used in combination with other chemotherapy medicines, radiotherapy, and surgery to treat cancer of blood, breast, lung, ovaries, pancreas, testes, and lymph nodes.
Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection may increase the risk of toxic effects on the heart and could lead to congestive heart failure. So Fosfa 1 gm With Mesna Injection should be taken as advised by your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

464, Udyog Vihar, Phase-V Sector 19, Gurugram Haryana 122016
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