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Ipamide, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Testicular Cancer, Cervical Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Ipamide have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ipamide. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ipamide have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ipamide go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ipamide is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ipamide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ipamide can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ipamide in conditions like Herpes, Infections. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ipamide contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ipamide with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ipamide is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ipamide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ipamide is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ipamide safe for pregnant women?
Ipamide shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ipamide safe during breastfeeding?
Ipamide should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ipamide on the Kidneys?
Ipamide may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ipamide on the Liver?
Ipamide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ipamide on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Ipamide for the heart.
Ipamide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ipamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ipamide habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ipamide has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ipamide as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ipamide only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ipamide in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ipamide
Taking Ipamide with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ipamide
Consuming Ipamide with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ifex (ifosfamide)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Holoxan (ifosfamide)