Drug reference
ifosfamide
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Drug class
Oncology (Alkylating Agents)
Mechanism of action
Synthetic analog of cyclophosphamide; cross-links DNA strands; inhibits DNA synthesis and protein synthesis
Common side effects
- Alopecia
- Leukopenia
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Hematuria
- Thrombocytopenia
- Metabolic acidosis
Known interactions (1)
- ifosfamide + measles mumps and rubella vaccine Contraindicated
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is ifosfamide?
ifosfamide belongs to: Oncology.
How does ifosfamide work?
Synthetic analog of cyclophosphamide; cross-links DNA strands; inhibits DNA synthesis and protein synthesis
What are the common side effects of ifosfamide?
Alopecia, Leukopenia, Vomiting, Nausea, Hematuria, Thrombocytopenia, Metabolic acidosis
Which drugs interact with ifosfamide?
measles mumps and rubella vaccine
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