常见问题:环磷酰胺
- Why is this medication being recommended?
- What 特别预防措施 should I follow?
- What side effects can this medication cause?
- 我需要什么样的监控?
Why is this medication being recommended?
Cyclophosphamide is part of a class of drugs called immunosuppressants. It suppresses the body's immune response and reduces inflammation in your lungs. Because inflammation is the precursor to fibrosis (scarring), we hope cyclophosphamide will prevent the formation of lung fibrosis and allow the inflamed lung to return to normal.
What 特别预防措施 should I follow?
Before taking cyclophosphamide:
- Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to cyclophosphamide or any other drugs.
- Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially aspirin and vitamins.
- Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease. The dose of cyclophosphamide may need to be adjusted.
- Cyclophosphamide may interfere with the menstrual cycle in women and may stop sperm production in men. It can also cause permanent infertility. 然而, you should not assume that you cannot get pregnant or that you cannot get someone else pregnant. Use a reliable method of birth control to prevent pregnancy, as cyclophosphamide may harm the fetus. Women who are pregnant or breast-feeding should tell their doctors before they begin taking this drug. You should not plan to have children while taking cyclophosphamide or for a while after treatment. Talk to your doctor for further details.
- Drink plenty of fluids while being treated with cyclophosphamide, as this drug can irritate your kidneys and bladder.
- Cyclophosphamide has been associated with the development of certain types of cancers. Talk with your doctor about the potential risk of developing cancer.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Side effects from cyclophosphamide are common and include:
- 皮肤变黑变厚
- 乏力
- 食欲不振或体重下降
- 头发稀疏或易碎
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
- 黑色的柏油大便
- Blistering of the mouth or skin
- 发冷
- 交通拥堵
- 咳嗽
- 头晕
- 发热
- 恶心和呕吐
- 尿痛或尿红
- 皮疹
- 呼吸急促(气促)
- 喉咙痛
- 脚肿脚或脚踝肿胀
- 不寻常的瘀伤或出血
我需要什么样的监控?
There are two ways of taking cyclophosphamide – by mouth and by intravenous injection. The route of delivery will determine how you are monitored. Your doctor will order regular lab tests to check your response to cyclophosphamide and monitor for toxicity. Your blood counts – white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets – will be checked regularly. Your liver enzymes and urine will be checked regularly as well. Your doctor may order additional tests depending on the results.
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加州大学旧金山分校健康 medical specialists have reviewed this information. It is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or other health care provider. We encourage you to discuss any questions or concerns you may have with your provider.