endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection
Product introduction
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is used in the treatment of different kinds of cancers. It is also used to treat kidney disease known as nephrotic syndrome in children after other treatments have not worked. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is given as an injection into a vein by the healthcare professional, but better if injected at the same time every day. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, hair loss, fever, and blood in urine. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these. It is advised that you drink extra fluids so that you pass more urine. This will help prevent bladder and kidney problems and keep your kidneys working well.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of endoXAN Injection
Benefits of endoXAN Injection
In Cancer
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is used in the treatment of various cancers to help shrink tumors, slow disease progression, and improve the effectiveness of other treatments. It can support better outcomes and quality of life during cancer therapy.
In Nephrotic syndrome
In nephrotic syndrome, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is used to reduce symptoms like swelling and high protein levels in urine. It can help achieve longer periods of remission, reduce the need for frequent steroid use, and support overall kidney health.
Side effects of endoXAN Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of endoXAN
- Hair loss
- Nausea
- Infection
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Myelosuppression
- Cystitis
- Microhematuria
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
How to use endoXAN Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How endoXAN Injection works
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It is an alkylating agent which works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells, thereby stopping their growth and multiplication. This is how it works against cancer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection may cause undesirable effects (e.g., dizziness, blurred vision, visual impairment) which could affect the ability to drive.
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection may cause undesirable effects (e.g., dizziness, blurred vision, visual impairment) which could affect the ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take endoXAN Injection?
If you missed a dose, consult with your doctor.
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Quick tips
- endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection helps in the treatment of cancer.
- It is injected into the vein by a doctor or healthcare professional.
- Drink plenty of fluids or urinate frequently to prevent urinary problems while taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests to monitor your blood counts while on treatment with this medication.
- You are more likely to get sick or heal slower while taking this medication. Talk to your doctor before getting any vaccines.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience difficulty in urinating or blood in urine while on treatment with this medication.
- Do not take endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nitrogen Mustard Compounds
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkylating Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking endoXAN with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not use Cyclophosphamide with Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. If Cyclophosphamide is essential, ensure a gap of At least 6 months after discontinuing Purified Vi Pol
Do not consume Cyclophosphamide from 1 day before until 1 day after taking Molgramostim. Please consult your doctor.
Concurrent use may cause a decrease in the ability of the bone
Do not use Cyclophosphamide with Herpes Zoster / Shingles Vaccine (Recombinant, Adjuvanted). If essential, please consult your doctor. Cyclophosphamide may reduce efficacy of Herpe
Do not consume Pegfilgrastim from 24 hours before or 24 hours after taking Cyclophosphamide. Cyclophosphamide may reduce the efficacy of Pegfilgrastim.
Do not consume Natalizumab with Cyclophosphamide.
Concomitant use may increase the risk of opportunistic infections.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection cause infertility?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection can cause infertility in both men and women. It may interfere with the normal menstrual cycle in women and may stop sperm production in men. If you are considering becoming parents after the treatment please discuss this with your doctor. Talk to your doctor about cryopreservation (freezing) of sperm or eggs prior to treatment because of the possibility of irreversible infertility due to therapy with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection.
Do I need to avoid sun exposure during treatment with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection?
No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection.
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection cause cancer?
Cancer medicines and radiation therapy can increase the risk of developing other cancers. These may not develop soon and may take a number of years after the completion of your treatment. The risk of developing cancer with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.
Is endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection chemotherapy medicine?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is a chemotherapy medicine, it belongs to the class of alkylating agents. It works by killing cancer cells. It is also known as cytotoxic medicine.
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection be used for non-cancer condition?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection can be used to treat nephrotic syndrome (a disease that is caused by damage to the kidneys) in children whose disease has not improved, has gotten worse, or has come back after taking other medications. Along with that, it can be used in children who experienced intolerable side effects with other medications. However, in adults, the safety and effectiveness of endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection causes weight loss?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection may cause weight loss because of reduced appetite. This reduction in weight could be due to underlying cancer. Consult your doctor, if weight loss is worrying you.
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection cause infertility?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection can cause infertility in both men and women. It may interfere with the normal menstrual cycle in women and may stop sperm production in men. If you are considering becoming parents after the treatment please discuss this with your doctor. Talk to your doctor about cryopreservation (freezing) of sperm or eggs prior to treatment because of the possibility of irreversible infertility due to therapy with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection.
Do I need to avoid sun exposure during treatment with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection?
No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection.
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection cause cancer?
Cancer medicines and radiation therapy can increase the risk of developing other cancers. These may not develop soon and may take a number of years after the completion of your treatment. The risk of developing cancer with endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.
Is endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection chemotherapy medicine?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection is a chemotherapy medicine, it belongs to the class of alkylating agents. It works by killing cancer cells. It is also known as cytotoxic medicine.
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection be used for non-cancer condition?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection can be used to treat nephrotic syndrome (a disease that is caused by damage to the kidneys) in children whose disease has not improved, has gotten worse, or has come back after taking other medications. Along with that, it can be used in children who experienced intolerable side effects with other medications. However, in adults, the safety and effectiveness of endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.
Can endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection causes weight loss?
Yes, endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection may cause weight loss because of reduced appetite. This reduction in weight could be due to underlying cancer. Consult your doctor, if weight loss is worrying you.
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Name: Zydus Cadila
Address: Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: October, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: October, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver endoXAN Asta 500mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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