Amfos 500mg Injection
Rs.1091for 1 vial(s) (1 Injection each)
food interaction for Amfos Injection
alcohol interaction for Amfos Injection
pregnancy interaction for Amfos Injection
lactation interaction for Amfos Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Amfos 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amfos 500mg 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. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amfos 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Amfos 500mg Injection
Amifostine(500mg)
Amfos injection uses
{med_name} is used to prevent dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer. It is also used to reduce the harmful effect of chemotherapy on the kidneys during treatment with cisplatin.
How amfos injection works
Amfos 500mg Injection works by removing free radical, harmful elements produced by cisplatin (a medicine used to treat cancer) or radiation therapy in tissues.
Common side effects of amfos injection
Nausea, Vomiting, Decreased blood pressure, Hiccup, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Fever, Chills
SUBSTITUTES FOR Amfos Injection
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Expert advice FOR Amfos Injection
- Amifostine 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.
Frequently asked questions FOR Amfos 500mg Injection
Amifostine
Q. Is Amfos 500mg Injection FDA approved?
Yes, it is FDA an approved drug
Q. What is Amfos 500mg Injection used for?
Amfos 500mg Injection is used to reduce toxicity to kidneys associated with cisplatin therapy in patients with advanced ovarian cancer, and in prevention of dry mouth (xerostomia) during radiotherapy for head and neck cancer
Q. How does Amfos 500mg Injection work?
It protects the normal cells against the harmful effects of chemotherapy medications and radiation treatment by producing a chemical ‘thiol' that binds to and detoxifies the harmful compounds produced by cisplatin. Amfos 500mg Injection does not interfere with the action of cisplatin.