Ipamide with Mesna Injection

Short Description

Ipamide with Mesna Injection is a prescription medicine used in cancer treatment to prevent the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Ipamide with Mesna Injection injection is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Inform your doctor if you have any known allergy from this medication. The common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, low number of blood cells (anemia) and decreases in white blood cell count. The doctor may ask you to undergo a few blood tests before or during the treatment. You may be given supplements to overcome the deficiency caused by this medicine. It is advised to add more vegetables and fruits in your diet to overcome any such deficiency. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, inform your doctor if you are suffering from any disease. It is advised to avoid the intake of alcohol while taking this medicine. It is strictly advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery while you are on the treatment.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Ipamide with Mesna Injection is a combination of two medicines: Mesna and Ifosfamide. Mesna is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication. Ifosfamide is a cytoprotective medicine which is added to reduce the risk of bleeding and swelling in the bladder caused by Mesna.

Drink at least two to three quarts of fluid every 24 hours unless you are instructed otherwise To reduce nausea, take anti-nausea medications as prescribed by your doctor and eat small, frequent meals Try to avoid crowds or people with colds and report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor Make sure you tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking (including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, herbal remedies, etc.) Try to avoid the intake of alcohol while taking this medicine