Endoxan Information
Endoxan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Multiple Myeloma. Other than this, Endoxan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Endoxan. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Endoxan have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Endoxan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Endoxan has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Endoxan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Endoxan related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Endoxan contraindications section.
Additionally, Endoxan may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Endoxan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Endoxan Benefits & Uses
Endoxan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Endoxan Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Endoxan Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Endoxan is used -
Mild
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Blood or red colored urine
- Nausea or vomiting
- Cough
- Chills
- Difficulty urinating
- Shortness of Breath (Read More - How to Treat Shortness of Breath at Home: Natural Solutions)
- Joint pain
Endoxan Related Warnings
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Is the use of Endoxan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Endoxan. If you are pregnant, do not take Endoxan without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Endoxan safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Endoxan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Endoxan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Endoxan on the Kidneys?
Endoxan rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Endoxan on the Liver?
Endoxan is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Endoxan on the Heart?
Endoxan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Endoxan with Other Drugs
Endoxan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Endoxan Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Endoxan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Heart Disease
- Anemia
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Frequently asked Questions about Endoxan
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Is this Endoxan habit forming or addictive?
Endoxan is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Endoxan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Endoxan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Endoxan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Endoxan Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Endoxan
Taking Endoxan with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Endoxan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Endoxan with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cyclophosphamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 860
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 375-377
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cyclophosphamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 860
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 375-377
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cyclophosphamide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 860
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 375-377
