Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
powder for injection
- 500mg
- 1g
- 2g
tablet
- 25mg
- 50mg
Malignant Diseases
IV (intermittent therapy): 40-50 mg/kg (400-1800 mg/m²) divided over 2-5 days; may be repeated at intervals of 2-4 weeks
IV (continuous daily therapy): 60-120 mg/m²/day (1-2.5 mg/kg/day)
PO (intermittent therapy): 400-1000 mg/m² divided over 4-5 days
PO (continuous daily therapy): 50-100 mg/m²/day or 1-5 mg/kg/day
Nephrotic Syndrome
2-3 mg/kg/day for up to 12 weeks when corticosteroids unsuccessful
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
600-1500 mg/m² IV with other antineoplastics (part of CHOP regimen); dose intensification possible
Breast Cancer
600 mg/m² IV with other antineoplastics; dose intensification possible
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis/Vasculitis (Off-label)
Lupus Nephritis (Off-Label)
Induction therapy for lupus nephritis (American College of Rheumatology Guidelines 2012)
Low-dose: 500 mg IV every 2 weeks for 6 doses plus corticosteroids, then maintenance with mycophenolate mofetil or azathioprine
High-dose: 500-1000 mg/m² IV monthly for 6 doses plus corticosteroids
Systemic Sclerosis (Orphan)
Prevention of graft-versus-host disease after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant
Orphan designation sponsor
- Accentia Biopharmaceuticals, 324 South Hyde Avenue, Suite 350, Tampa, FL 33606
Dosing Modifications
Hepatic impariment: Give 75% of normal dose if transaminase levels are >3 times upper limit of normal or bilirubin is 3.1-5 mg/dL
Renal impairment: CrCl <10 mL/min, give 75% of normal dose; CrCl >10 mL/min, give full dose
Dosage Forms & Strengths
powder for injection
- 500mg
- 1g
- 2g
tablet
- 25mg
- 50mg
Malignant Diseases
IV (intermittent therapy): 40-50 mg/kg (400-1800 mg/m²) divided over 2-5 days; may be repeated at intervals of 2-4 weeks
IV (continuous daily therapy): 60-120 mg/m²/day (1-2.5 mg/kg/day)
PO (intermittent therapy): 400-1000 mg/m² divided over 4-5 days
PO (continuous daily therapy): 50-100 mg/m²/day
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis/Vasculitis
Nephrotic Syndrome
2-3 mg/kg/day for up to 12 weeks when corticosteroids unsuccessful
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Interactions
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- abametapir
abametapir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. For 2 weeks after abametapir application, avoid taking drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates. If not feasible, avoid use of abametapir.
abametapir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. For 2 weeks after abametapir application, avoid taking drugs that are CYP2B6 substrates. If not feasible, avoid use of abametapir. - adenovirus types 4 and 7 live, oral
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of adenovirus types 4 and 7 live, oral by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Immunosuppressives may diminish therapeutic effects of vaccines and increase risk of adverse effects (increased risk of infection). Live-attenuated vaccines should be avoided for at least 3mo after cessation of immunosuppressive therapy.
- apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.
- axicabtagene ciloleucel
cyclophosphamide, axicabtagene ciloleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- brexucabtagene autoleucel
cyclophosphamide, brexucabtagene autoleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ciltacabtagene autoleucel
cyclophosphamide, ciltacabtagene autoleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- deferiprone
deferiprone, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid use of deferiprone with other drugs known to be associated with neutropenia or agranulocytosis; if an alternative is not possible, monitor absolute neutrophil count more frequently.
- etanercept
etanercept, cyclophosphamide. Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. The incidence of noncutaneous solid malignancies may be increased in patients receiving TNF blocking agents with cyclophosphamide. Coadministration is not recommended.
- fexinidazole
fexinidazole will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration may decrease plasma concentrations of CYP2B6 substrates owing to fexinidazole inducing CYP2B6.
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates. - hydrochlorothiazide
hydrochlorothiazide increases toxicity of cyclophosphamide by decreasing renal clearance. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Increased myelosuppressive effects.
- idarubicin
cyclophosphamide increases toxicity of idarubicin by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: May increase formation of toxic anthracycline metabolites in heart tissue.
- idecabtagene vicleucel
cyclophosphamide, idecabtagene vicleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- idelalisib
idelalisib will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Idelalisib is a strong CYP3A inhibitor; avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates
- influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, adjuvanted
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine quadrivalent, adjuvanted by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Immunosuppressive drugs may reduce the immune response to influenza vaccine.
- influenza virus vaccine trivalent, adjuvanted
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine trivalent, adjuvanted by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Immunosuppressive drugs may reduce the immune response to influenza vaccine.
- lisocabtagene maraleucel
cyclophosphamide, lisocabtagene maraleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lonafarnib
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of lonafarnib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration of lonafarnib (a sensitive CYP3A substrate) with weak CYP3A inhibitors is unavoidable, reduce to, or continue lonafarnib at starting dose. Closely monitor for arrhythmias and events (eg, syncope, heart palpitations) since lonafarnib effect on QT interval is unknown.
lonafarnib will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates. If coadministration unavoidable, monitor for adverse reactions and reduce CYP3A substrate dose in accordance with product labeling. - palifermin
palifermin increases toxicity of cyclophosphamide by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Palifermin should not be administered within 24 hrbefore, during infusion of, or within 24 hr after administration of antineoplastic agents. Coadministration of palifermin within 24 hr of chemotherapy resulted in increased severity and duration of oral mucositis.
- ropeginterferon alfa 2b
ropeginterferon alfa 2b, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Comment: Myelosuppressive agents can produce additive myelosuppression. Avoid use and monitor patients receiving the combination for effects of excessive myelosuppression.
- tisagenlecleucel
cyclophosphamide, tisagenlecleucel. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tofacitinib
cyclophosphamide, tofacitinib. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of tucatinib with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If unavoidable, reduce CYP3A substrate dose according to product labeling.
- voxelotor
voxelotor will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Voxelotor increases systemic exposure of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. Consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate(s) if unable to avoid.
Monitor Closely (91)
- acalabrutinib
acalabrutinib, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration may increase risk of myelosuppressive effects.
- allopurinol
allopurinol increases toxicity of cyclophosphamide by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- antithrombin III
cyclophosphamide increases effects of antithrombin III by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- argatroban
cyclophosphamide increases effects of argatroban by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive risk of bleeding may be seen in thrombocytopenic patients receiving antineoplastic agents in combination with argatroban because these agents can decrease platelet counts.
- atazanavir
atazanavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- atogepant
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of atogepant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- avapritinib
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of avapritinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- axitinib
cyclophosphamide increases levels of axitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- belatacept
belatacept and cyclophosphamide both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor.
- belzutifan
belzutifan will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. If unable to avoid coadministration of belzutifan with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates, consider increasing the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate dose in accordance with its prescribing information.
- bendamustine
bendamustine, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- bivalirudin
cyclophosphamide increases effects of bivalirudin by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive risk of bleeding may be seen in thrombocytopenic patients receiving antineoplastic agents in combination with anticoagulants such as bivalirudin.
- bupivacaine implant
cyclophosphamide, bupivacaine implant. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Local anesthetics may increase the risk of developing methemoglobinemia when concurrently exposed to drugs that also cause methemoglobinemia.
- busulfan
cyclophosphamide, busulfan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
busulfan, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression. - butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cannabidiol
cannabidiol, cyclophosphamide. affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Owing to the potential for both CYP2B6 induction and inhibition with the coadministration of CYP2B6 substrates and cannabidiol, consider reducing dosage adjustment of CYP2B6 substrates as clinically appropriate.
- carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- carboplatin
carboplatin, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- carmustine
carmustine, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- cenobamate
cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP2B6 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.
cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate. - chlorambucil
chlorambucil, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- cholera vaccine
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of cholera vaccine by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Immunosuppressive therapies, including irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs and corticosteroids (used in greater than physiologic doses), may reduce the immune response to cholera vaccine.
- cisplatin
cisplatin, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- crofelemer
crofelemer increases levels of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Crofelemer has the potential to inhibit CYP3A4 at concentrations expected in the gut; unlikely to inhibit systemically because minimally absorbed.
- dabrafenib
dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- dacarbazine
cyclophosphamide, dacarbazine. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- dalteparin
cyclophosphamide increases effects of dalteparin by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Due to potential thrombocytopenic effects of cyclophosphamide, an additive risk of bleeding may be seen in patients receiving concomitant anticoagulants.
- darunavir
darunavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dengue vaccine
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of dengue vaccine by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Immunosuppressive therapies (eg, irradiation, antimetabolites, alkylating agents, cytotoxic drugs, corticosteroids [greater than physiologic doses]) may reduce immune response to dengue vaccine.
- denosumab
cyclophosphamide, denosumab. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Caution should be taken in patients on concomitant immunosuppressants or with impaired immune systems because of increased risk for serious infections.
- digoxin
cyclophosphamide decreases levels of digoxin by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Use Caution/Monitor.
- doxorubicin
doxorubicin increases toxicity of cyclophosphamide by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of hemorrhagic cystitis.
- doxorubicin liposomal
doxorubicin liposomal increases toxicity of cyclophosphamide by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of hemorrhagic cystitis.
- efavirenz
efavirenz will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- elagolix
elagolix will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed.
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF increases levels of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Cobicistat is a CYP3A4 inhibitor; contraindicated with CYP3A4 substrates for which elevated plasma concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening events.
- enoxaparin
cyclophosphamide increases effects of enoxaparin by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Due to potential thrombocytopenic effects of cyclophosphamide, an additive risk of bleeding may be seen in patients receiving concomitant anticoagulants.
- fedratinib
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.
- finerenone
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of finerenone by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor serum potassium during initiation and dosage adjustment of either finererone or weak CYP3A4 inhibitors. Adjust finererone dosage as needed.
- fingolimod
cyclophosphamide increases effects of fingolimod by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Concomitant therapy is expected to increase the risk of immunosuppression. Use caution when switching patients from long-acting therapies with immune effects. .
- flibanserin
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of flibanserin by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased flibanserin adverse effects may occur if coadministered with multiple weak CYP3A4 inhibitors.
- fluvoxamine
fluvoxamine will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fondaparinux
cyclophosphamide increases effects of fondaparinux by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Due to potential thrombocytopenic effects of cyclophosphamide, an additive risk of bleeding may be seen in patients receiving concomitant anticoagulants.
- heparin
cyclophosphamide increases effects of heparin by unknown mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Due to potential thrombocytopenic effects of cyclophosphamide, an additive risk of bleeding may be seen in patients receiving concomitant anticoagulants.
- hydroxyurea
cyclophosphamide, hydroxyurea. Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Combination may increase risk of myelosuppression.
- ifosfamide
cyclophosphamide, ifosfamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
ifosfamide, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with ifosfamide may increase the risk of immunosuppression and myelosuppression. - iloperidone
iloperidone increases levels of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Iloperidone is a time-dependent CYP3A inhibitor and may lead to increased plasma levels of drugs predominantly eliminated by CYP3A4.
- indinavir
indinavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- influenza A (H5N1) vaccine
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of influenza A (H5N1) vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Immunosuppressive therapies may reduce immune response to H5N1 vaccine.
- influenza virus vaccine (H5N1), adjuvanted
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of influenza virus vaccine (H5N1), adjuvanted by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Immunosuppressive therapies may reduce immune response to H5N1 vaccine.
- isavuconazonium sulfate
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of isavuconazonium sulfate by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
cyclophosphamide and isavuconazonium sulfate both decrease immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. - istradefylline
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.
- lemborexant
lemborexant will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor CYP2B6 substrate for adequate clinical response. Consider increasing the CYP2B6 substrate dose according to specific prescribing recommendations.
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of lemborexant by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Lower nightly dose of lemborexant recommended if coadministered with weak CYP3A4 inhibitors. See drug monograph for specific dosage modification. - letermovir
letermovir increases levels of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lomitapide
cyclophosphamide increases levels of lomitapide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Lomitapide dose should not exceed 30 mg/day.
- lomustine
cyclophosphamide, lomustine. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
lomustine, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with lomustine may increase the risk of immunosuppression and myelosuppression. - lopinavir
lopinavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lumacaftor/ivacaftor
lumacaftor/ivacaftor, cyclophosphamide. affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. In vitro studies suggest that lumacaftor may induce and ivacaftor may inhibit CYP2B6 substrates. .
- mechlorethamine
cyclophosphamide, mechlorethamine. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with mechlorethamine may increase the risk of immunosuppression and myelosuppression.
mechlorethamine, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with mechlorethamine may increase the risk of immunosuppression and myelosuppression. - meningococcal group B vaccine
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of meningococcal group B vaccine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Individuals with altered immunocompetence may have reduced immune responses to the vaccine.
- midazolam intranasal
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of midazolam intranasal by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of mild CYP3A4 inhibitors with midazolam intranasal may cause higher midazolam systemic exposure, which may prolong sedation.
- mifepristone
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - mitotane
mitotane decreases levels of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Mitotane is a strong inducer of cytochrome P-4503A4; monitor when coadministered with CYP3A4 substrates for possible dosage adjustments.
- nelfinavir
nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ocrelizumab
cyclophosphamide and ocrelizumab both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration of ocrelizumab with immunosuppressants may increase the risk of immunosuppression.
- ofatumumab SC
ofatumumab SC, cyclophosphamide. Either increases effects of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider the risk of additive immune system effects when coadministering immunosuppressive therapies with coadministration. When switching from therapies with immune effects, take into account the duration and mechanism of action of these therapies when initiating ofatumumab SC.
- olaparib
cyclophosphamide and olaparib both increase pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Coadministration with other other myelosuppressive anticancer agents, including DNA damaging agents, may potentiate and prolongate the myelosuppressive toxicity.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - ritonavir
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - rucaparib
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.
- saquinavir
saquinavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- secobarbital
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- siponimod
siponimod and cyclophosphamide both increase immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Caution if coadministered because of additive immunosuppressive effects during such therapy and in the weeks following administration. When switching from drugs with prolonged immune effects, consider the half-life and mode of action of these drugs to avoid unintended additive immunosuppressive effects.
- sipuleucel-T
cyclophosphamide decreases effects of sipuleucel-T by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride
sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride increases toxicity of cyclophosphamide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.
- sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate
sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate increases toxicity of cyclophosphamide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.
- sorafenib
sorafenib will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- stiripentol
stiripentol, cyclophosphamide. affecting hepatic enzyme CYP2B6 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP2B6 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP2B6 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP2B6 substrates may require dosage adjustment.
stiripentol, cyclophosphamide. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment. - streptozocin
cyclophosphamide, streptozocin. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- succinylcholine
cyclophosphamide increases levels of succinylcholine by decreasing metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Neuromuscular blockade may be prolonged because of inhibition of cholinesterase activity. Prolonged respiratory depression with extended periods of apnea may occur. .
- tazemetostat
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of tazemetostat by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tecovirimat
tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered.
- thiotepa
cyclophosphamide, thiotepa. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Additive myelosuppression.
- tinidazole
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of tinidazole by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tipranavir
tipranavir will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- trastuzumab
trastuzumab, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .
- trastuzumab deruxtecan
trastuzumab deruxtecan, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by immunosuppressive effects; risk of infection. Use Caution/Monitor. Neutropenia or febrile neutropenia incidence were increased when trastuzumab was coadministered with myelosuppressive chemotherapy. .
- voclosporin
voclosporin, cyclophosphamide. Either increases toxicity of the other by nephrotoxicity and/or ototoxicity. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with drugs associated with nephrotoxicity may increase the risk for acute and/or chronic nephrotoxicity.
Minor (4)
- levoketoconazole
levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ribociclib
ribociclib will increase the level or effect of cyclophosphamide by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ruxolitinib
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of ruxolitinib by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- ruxolitinib topical
cyclophosphamide will increase the level or effect of ruxolitinib topical by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
>10%
Alopecia (40-60%)
Nausea and vomiting
GI toxicity
Leukopenia
Amenorrhea
Sterility
1-10%
Facial flushing
Headache
Rash
Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH)
Nasal congestion
Frequency Not Defined
Cardiomyopathy, CHF (high dose)
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Toxic epidermal necrolysis (rare)
Hemorrhagic cystitis
Azoospermia
Oligozoospermia
Interstitial pneumonia
Infectious disease
Secondary malignancies: Urinary bladder, myeloproliferative, lymphoproliferative
Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Neutropenia
Fever
Nausea
Vomiting
Anorexia
Abdominal discomfort or pain
Diarrhea
Hemorrhagic colitis
Oral mucosal ulceration
Jaundice
Alopecia
Skin rash
Pigmentation of skin and changes in nails
Postmarketing Reports
Cardiac: Cardiac arrest, ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, cardiogenic shock, pericardial effusion (progressing to cardiac tamponade), myocardial hemorrhage, myocardial infarction, cardiac failure (including fatal outcomes), cardiomyopathy, myocarditis, pericarditis, carditis, atrial fibrillation, supraventricular arrhythmia, ventricular arrhythmia, bradycardia, tachycardia, palpitations, QT prolongation
Congenital, familial and genetic: Intrauterine death, fetal malformation, fetal growth retardation, fetal toxicity (including myelosuppression, gastroenteritis)
Ear and labyrinth: Deafness, hearing impaired, tinnitus
Endocrine: Water intoxication
Eye: Visual impairment, conjunctivitis, lacrimation
Gastrointestinal: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, acute pancreatitis, colitis, enteritis, cecitis, stomatitis, constipation, parotid gland inflammation
General disorders and administrative site conditions: Multiorgan failure, general physical deterioration, influenza-like illness, injection/infusion site reactions (thrombosis, necrosis, phlebitis, inflammation, pain, swelling, erythema), pyrexia, edema, chest pain, mucosal inflammation, asthenia, pain, chills, fatigue, malaise, headache
Hematologic: Myelosuppression, bone marrow failure, disseminated intravascular coagulation and hemolytic uremic syndrome (with thrombotic microangiopathy)
Hepatic: Veno-occlusive liver disease, cholestatic hepatitis, cytolytic hepatitis, hepatitis, cholestasis; hepatotoxicity with hepatic failure, hepatic encephalopathy, ascites, hepatomegaly, blood bilirubin increased, hepatic function abnormal, hepatic enzymes increased
Immune: Immunosuppression, anaphylactic shock, hypersensitivity reaction
Infections: Myelosuppression and immunosuppression may increase risk for and severity of pneumonias (including fatal outcomes), other bacterial, fungal, viral, protozoal and, parasitic infections; reactivation of latent infections, (including viral hepatitis, tuberculosis), Pneumocystis jiroveci, herpes zoster, Strongyloides, sepsis and septic shock
Investigations: Blood lactate dehydrogenase increased, C-reactive protein increased
Metabolism and nutrition: Hyponatremia, fluid retention, blood glucose increased, blood glucose decreased
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue: Rhabdomyolysis, scleroderma, muscle spasms, myalgia, arthralgia
Neoplasms: Acute leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, lymphoma, sarcomas, renal cell carcinoma, renal pelvis cancer, bladder cancer, ureteric cancer, thyroid cancer
Nervous system: Encephalopathy, convulsion, dizziness, neurotoxicity has been reported and manifested as reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome, myelopathy, peripheral neuropathy, polyneuropathy, neuralgia, dysesthesia, hypoesthesia, paresthesia, tremor, dysgeusia, hypogeusia, parosmia
Pregnancy: Premature labor
Psychiatric: Confusional state
Renal and urinary: Renal failure, renal tubular disorder, renal impairment, nephropathy toxic, hemorrhagic cystitis, bladder necrosis, cystitis ulcerative, bladder contracture, hematuria, nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, atypical urinary bladder epithelial cells
Reproductive system: Infertility, ovarian failure, ovarian disorder, amenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, testicular atrophy, azoospermia, oligospermia
Respiratory: Pulmonary veno-occlusive disease, acute respiratory distress syndrome, interstitial lung disease as manifested by respiratory failure (including fatal outcomes), obliterative bronchiolitis, organizing pneumonia, alveolitis allergic, pneumonitis, pulmonary hemorrhage; respiratory distress, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary edema, pleural effusion, bronchospasm, dyspnea, hypoxia, cough, nasal congestion, nasal discomfort, oropharyngeal pain, rhinorrhea
Skin and subcutaneous tissue: Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, palmoplantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome, radiation recall dermatitis, toxic skin eruption, urticaria, dermatitis, blister, pruritus, erythema, nail disorder, facial swelling, hyperhidrosis
Tumor lysis syndrome: May induce tumor-lysis syndrome and hyperuricemia in patients with rapidly growing tumors
Vascular: Pulmonary embolism, venous thrombosis, vasculitis, peripheral ischemia, hypertension, hypotension, flushing, hot flush
Warnings
Contraindications
Severe myelosuppression
Hypersensitivity
Urinary outflow obstruction
Cautions
Use with caution in patients with hepatic or renal impairment, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, recent radiation therapy or chemotherapy
Pelvic irradiation potentiates hemorrhagic cystitis
Potential for radiation recall when used in conjunction with radiation therapy
Risk of potentially fatal and irreversible interstitial pulmonary fibrosis if given over prolonged periods
May cause infertility in male patients who received high doses as children
Monitor for secondary malignancies
Heart Failure risk
- Acute heart failure, often occurring within 1 to 10 days of treatment, has been reported
- Subclinical decreases in LVEF in up to 50% of cases have also been seen
- The onset of HF usually resolves over 3 to 4 weeks; However, fatalities caused by HF have been reported
- Large individual doses (greater than 120–170 mg/kg or 1.55 mg/m 2 per day), old age, mediastinal radiation, and anthracycline use have been identified as risk factors
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Based on mechanism of action and published reports of effects in pregnant patients or animals, drug can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant woman; exposure to cyclophosphamide during pregnancy may cause fetal malformations, miscarriage, fetal growth retardation, and toxic effects in the newborn; drug is teratogenic and embryo-fetal toxic in mice, rats, rabbits and monkeys; advise pregnant women and females of reproductive potential of the potential risk to the fetus
Verify the pregnancy status of females of reproductive potential prior to the initiation of therapy
Contraception
- Therapy can cause fetal harm; advise females of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment for up to 1 year after completion of therapy
- Based on findings in genetic toxicity and animal reproduction studies, advise male patients with female partners of reproductive potential to use effective contraception during treatment and for 4 months after completion of therapy
Infertility
- Amenorrhea, transient or permanent, associated with decreased estrogen and increased gonadotropin secretion develops in a proportion of women treated with cyclophosphamide
- Affected patients generally resume regular menses within a few months after cessation of therapy; risk of premature menopause with cyclophosphamide increases with age
- Oligomenorrhea has also been reported in association with cyclophosphamide treatment
- Men treated with cyclophosphamide may develop oligospermia or azoospermia, which are normally associated with increased gonadotropin but normal testosterone
Lactation
Drug is present in breast milk; neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, low hemoglobin, and diarrhea have been reported in infants breast fed by women treated with cyclophosphamide; because of potential for serious adverse reactions in a breastfed child from therapy, advise lactating women not to breastfeed during treatment and for 1 week after last dose
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Metabolites interfere with malignant cell growth by cross-linking tumor cell DNA; drug does not have specificity for any phase of the cell cycle; also has potent immunosuppressive activity
Absorption
Bioavailability: 75%
Onset: 2-3 hr
Peak plasma time: Cyclophosphamide, 1 hr; metabolites, 2-3 hr
Distribution
Protein bound: Cyclophosphamide, low; metabolites, >60%
Vd: 0.48-0.71 L/kg
Metabolism
Metabolized by liver
Metabolites: 4-hydroperoxycyclophosphamide, 4-aldophosphamide
Elimination
Half-life: 3-12 hr
Excretion: Urine
Administration
Give dose early in day
Patients should drink plenty of fluids with PO doses
Patients should empty bladder frequently to prevent hemorrhagic cystitis
Sometimes, mesna is used concomitantly as prophylaxis against hemorrhagic cystitis
Monitor blood counts during therapy (WBC count may decrease to 2000-3000/μL without serious risk of infection)
May be administered IM, intraperitoneally, intrapleurally, by IV piggy-back, or by continuous IV infusion
IV Incompatibilities
Y-site: Amphotericin B cholesteryl sulfate
IV Compatibilities
Additive: Cisplatin/etoposide, fluorouracil, hydroxyzine, methotrexate, methotrexate/fluorouracil, mitoxantrone, ondansetron
Syringe: Bleomycin, cisplatin, doxapram, doxorubicin, droperidol, furosemide, heparin, leucovorin, methotrexate, metoclopramide, mitomycin, vinblastine, vincristine
Y-site (partial list): Allopurinol, amifostine, bleomycin, most cephalosporins, cisplatin, diphenhydramine, doxorubicin, doxorubicin liposomal, filgrastim, fluorouracil, furosemide, gemcitabine, linezolid, lorazepam, mitomycin, morphine, paclitaxel, prochlorperazine, propofol, sodium bicarbonate, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, vancomycin, vinblastine, vincristine
IV Preparation
Maximum concentration of cyclophosphamide is limited to 20 mg/mL because of solubility
IV push: Reconstitute with NS (do not use SWI, because it is hypotonic)
Infusion: Reconstitute with SWI to concentration of 20 mg/mL
May dilute further with D5W, NS, lactated Ringer solution, or other compatible fluids
IV Administration
Infusions may be administered over 1-2 hours
Doses >500 mg up to ~1 g may be administered over 20-30 minutes
To minimize bladder toxicity, increase normal fluid intake during and for 1-2 days after cyclophosphamide therapy; most adult patients will require fluid intake of at least 2 L/day; high-dose regimens should be accompanied by vigorous hydration with or without mesna therapy
Storage
Store intact vials at room temperature
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Patient Handout
cyclophosphamide oral
CYCLOPHOSPHAMIDE - ORAL
(sye-klo-FOSS-fuh-mide)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Cytoxan
USES: Cyclophosphamide is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that works by slowing or stopping cell growth.Cyclophosphamide also works by decreasing your immune system's response to various diseases. It is used to treat a certain type of kidney disease in children after other treatments have not worked.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth exactly as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition, weight, response to treatment, and other treatments (such as other chemotherapy drugs, radiation) you may be receiving. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).During treatment with this medication, you must drink more fluids than usual and pass urine frequently to help avoid kidney and bladder side effects. Ask your doctor how much you should drink and how often to empty your bladder each day, and follow these instructions carefully.Swallow the tablets/capsules whole. Do not chew or crush the tablets/capsules. Do not open the capsules. If you have accidental contact with broken tablets/capsules, wash your hands thoroughly right away.Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe dust from the tablets or capsules.Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often without your doctor's approval. Your condition will not improve any faster and the risk of serious side effects may be increased.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach ache, diarrhea, or darkening of the skin/nails may occur. Nausea and vomiting can be severe. In some cases, drug therapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Changes in diet such as eating several small meals or limiting activity may help lessen some of these effects. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Temporary hair loss may occur. Hair growth should return after treatment has ended or may even return during treatment. However, new hair may have a different color or texture.People using this medication may have serious side effects. However, you have been prescribed this drug because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Careful monitoring by your doctor may decrease your risk.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: signs of kidney or bladder problems (such as change in the amount of urine, pink/bloody urine), mouth sores, joint pain, stopping of menstrual periods, existing wounds that are slow healing, black/bloody stools, severe stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, mental/mood changes, muscle weakness/spasm.This medication may rarely cause very serious effects on the heart, especially when used in high doses, or in combination with radiation treatment or certain other chemotherapy drugs (such as doxorubicin). Get medical help right away if you develop: chest pain, jaw/left arm pain, trouble breathing, irregular heartbeat, symptoms of heart failure (such as shortness of breath, swelling ankles/feet, unusual tiredness, unusual/sudden weight gain).This medication decreases bone marrow function, an effect that may lead to a low number of blood cells such as red cells, white cells, and platelets. This effect can cause anemia, decrease your body's ability to fight an infection, or cause easy bruising/bleeding. Tell your doctor right away if you develop any of the following symptoms: unusual tiredness, pale skin, signs of infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go away, fever, chills), easy bruising/bleeding.Cyclophosphamide may lessen the chance of having children in both men and women. Sterility is usually temporary with this medication, but can be permanent in some cases. Consult your doctor for more details.Although cyclophosphamide is used to treat cancer, in some patients it may increase the risk of developing another form of cancer, sometimes months to years after treatment. Consult your doctor for more details. It is important to be closely monitored by your doctor during treatment. You should also see your doctor regularly after treatment is finished. Tell your doctor right away if you develop: unusual growths or lumps, swollen glands, unexplained or sudden weight loss, night sweats, pain in the pelvis, painful or frequent urination.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking cyclophosphamide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other chemotherapy drugs (such as busulfan, chlorambucil); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: decreased bone marrow function (such as anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia), liver disease, kidney disease, difficulty urinating (for example, due to blockage), surgery to remove your adrenal glands.Cyclophosphamide can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu). Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.Tell your health care professional that you are using cyclophosphamide before having any immunizations/vaccinations. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially possible infertility later in life.Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe dust from the tablets or capsules.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using cyclophosphamide. Cyclophosphamide may harm an unborn baby. Your doctor should order a pregnancy test before you start this medication. Women should ask about reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 1 year after stopping treatment. Men with female partners of childbearing age should ask about reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 4 months after stopping treatment. If you or your partner become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication.This drug passes into breast milk and may harm a nursing infant. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug and for 1 week after stopping treatment. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Some products that may interact with this drug include: allopurinol, chloramphenicol, chloroquine, digoxin, phenobarbital, phenothiazines, primidone, St John's wort, turmeric (curcumin), voclosporin.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.Laboratory and/or medical tests (such as complete blood counts, urine tests) should be performed to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: It is important to take each dose of this medication as scheduled. If you miss a dose, ask your doctor or pharmacist right away for a new dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Refrigerate the oral solution. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call 1-888-633-4298 (US) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Information last revised December 2021. Copyright(c) 2022 First Databank, Inc.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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