Amfosted 500 Injection is used to prevent dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer. It reduces the harmful effect of chemotherapy on the kidneys during treatment with cisplatin (medicines used to treat cancer).Amfosted 500 Injection is given as an injection into vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of doctor. 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.Nausea, vomiting, decreased blood pressure, sleepiness, dizziness, and flushing are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult with your doctor if it does not go away or bothers you. It is advised to stay hydrated before taking this medicine. You will be check for blood pressure before infusion and every 5 minutes during infusion.Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart diseases such as irregular heartbeat and heart failure, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using.
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Amfosted 500 Injection is used to prevent dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer. It reduces the harmful effect of chemotherapy on the kidneys during treatment with cisplatin (medicines used to treat cancer).Amfosted 500 Injection is given as an injection into vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of doctor. 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.Nausea, vomiting, decreased blood pressure, sleepiness, dizziness, and flushing are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult with your doctor if it does not go away or bothers you. It is advised to stay hydrated before taking this medicine. You will be check for blood pressure before infusion and every 5 minutes during infusion.Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart diseases such as irregular heartbeat and heart failure, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using.
Treatment of Dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer
In Treatment of Dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer : Amfosted 500 Injection is used to decrease dryness in the mouth caused by radiation treatment after surgery for head and neck cancer. It protects the kidneys from harmful effects of the chemotherapy medicine cisplatin in patients that receive this medication for the treatment of ovarian cancer. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.
Side effects of Amfosted Injection The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you�re worried about them Common side effects of Amfosted Nausea Vomiting Decreased blood pressure Hiccup Sleepiness Dizziness Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)Fever Chills
How to use Amfosted Injection Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Amfosted Injection works Amfosted 500 Injection works by removing free radical, harmful elements produced by cisplatin (a medicine used to treat cancer) or radiation therapy in tissues.
Alcohol
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Amfosted 500 Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Pregnancy
Amfosted 500 Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.
Breast feeding
Amfosted 500 Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
It is not known whether Amfosted 500 Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
Amfosted 500 Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amfosted 500 Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Amfosted 500 Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C
Amfosted 500 Injection is given as an infusion into the vein ( IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor only. It is advisable to stay hydrated or drink plenty of fluids before taking medicine. You will be monitored for blood pressure before and after every 5 minutes of infusion. It may cause a decrease in calcium levels. Your doctor may monitor your calcium levels regularly and prescribe supplements if needed.
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