Ctx Gls 1 Gm Injection

Description

About Ctx Gls 1 g Injection

Ctx Gls 1 g Injection contains cyclophosphamide, supplied as a single vial of powder that is reconstituted and given into a vein by trained healthcare staff.

How it works

Cyclophosphamide is an alkylating agent. After the body converts it into its active form, it attaches to the DNA of dividing cells and cross-links the strands, so the cell can no longer copy its DNA and stops multiplying. The same action dampens an overactive immune system, which is why it is also used in some non-cancer conditions.

What it is used for

Cyclophosphamide is used in the treatment of lymphomas, leukaemias, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, sarcomas and several other cancers, usually in combination regimens. At lower doses it is also used in certain severe autoimmune and kidney conditions, under specialist supervision.

Important safety information

Cyclophosphamide can irritate the lining of the bladder and cause blood in the urine, so good fluid intake and, with higher doses, a protective medicine called mesna are used. It lowers blood counts and increases the risk of infection. It can affect future fertility, and it can harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor about any kidney, liver or bladder problems, about all other medicines you take, and report fever, pain on passing urine or blood in the urine straight away.

This is a prescription-only medicine. It should be used only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional, who will decide whether it is suitable for you and at what dose.