Amfosted 500 Injection
Manufacturer
Therdose Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Amifostine (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Amfosted 500 Injection is used to prevent dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer and to reduce the harmful effect of chemotherapy on the kidneys during treatment with cisplatin.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Amfosted 500 Injection is given as an injection into the vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Amfosted 500 Injection works by removing free radical harmful elements produced by cisplatin (a medicine used to treat cancer) or radiation therapy in tissues.
Quick Tips
Amfosted 500 Injection is given as an infusion into the vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor only. It is advisable to stay hydrated or drink plenty of fluids before taking medicine. You will be monitored for blood pressure before and after every 5 minutes of infusion. It may cause a decrease in calcium levels. Your doctor may monitor your calcium levels regularly and prescribe supplements if needed.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amfosted 500 Injection FDA approved?
Yes, it is an FDA-approved drug.
What is Amfosted 500 Injection used for?
Amfosted 500 Injection is used to reduce kidney toxicity associated with cisplatin therapy in patients with advanced ovarian cancer, and to prevent dry mouth (xerostomia) during radiotherapy for head and neck cancer.
How does Amfosted 500 Injection work?
It protects normal cells against the harmful effects of chemotherapy medications and radiation treatment by producing a chemical 'thiol' that binds to and detoxifies the harmful compounds produced by cisplatin. Amfosted 500 Injection does not interfere with the action of cisplatin.
