Amfosted Information
Amfosted Injection is a cytoprotective agent used primarily to reduce the harmful side effects of certain cancer treatments. It protects healthy tissues from the toxic effects of chemotherapy and radiation while allowing these treatments to target cancer cells effectively. Amifostine Injection is indicated for:
Protection During Chemotherapy : Used to prevent kidney damage (nephrotoxicity) in patients undergoing cisplatin-based chemotherapy for advanced cancers.
Protection During Radiation Therapy : Reduces dry mouth (xerostomia) in patients receiving radiation therapy for head and neck cancers.
Amifostine is a prodrug that is converted into its active form by the enzyme alkaline phosphatase, which is more abundant in healthy cells than in tumor cells. This selective activation allows the drug to protect normal tissues from damage caused by free radicals generated during chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
Amfosted Benefits & Uses
Amfosted is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Amfosted Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amfosted is used -
Mild
- Chills
- Drowsiness
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Flushing
- Fatigue
- Headache
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
Severe Interaction of Amfosted with Other Drugs
Amfosted should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Amfosted Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amfosted unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Calcium Deficiency
- Low Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Stroke
- Dehydration
Frequently asked Questions about Amfosted
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Is this Amfosted habit forming or addictive?
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