Cyclomet
Cyclomet Products are primarily used for
Cancer, Nephrotic syndrome
About Cyclomet Products
Uses of Cyclomet Products
Cyclophosphamide is used in the treatment of cancer and nephrotic syndrome.
Cyclomet Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Cyclomet are Hair loss, Nausea, Infection, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Myelosuppression, Cystitis, Microhematuria.
How Cyclomet Products work
Cyclophosphamide 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.
Patient Concerns about Cyclomet Products
Frequently asked questions about Cyclomet Products
Frequently asked questions about Cyclophosphamide
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet cause infertility?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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 Cyclomet 50mg Tablet.
Q. Do I need to avoid sun exposure during treatment with Cyclomet 50mg Tablet?
No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on Cyclomet 50mg Tablet. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with Cyclomet 50mg Tablet.
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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 Cyclomet 50mg Tablet is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of Cyclomet 50mg Tablet include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.
Q. Is Cyclomet 50mg Tablet chemotherapy medicine?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet be used for non-cancer condition?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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 Cyclomet 50mg Tablet for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet causes weight loss?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet cause infertility?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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 Cyclomet 50mg Tablet.
Q. Do I need to avoid sun exposure during treatment with Cyclomet 50mg Tablet?
No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on Cyclomet 50mg Tablet. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with Cyclomet 50mg Tablet.
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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 Cyclomet 50mg Tablet is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of Cyclomet 50mg Tablet include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.
Q. Is Cyclomet 50mg Tablet chemotherapy medicine?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet be used for non-cancer condition?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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 Cyclomet 50mg Tablet for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.
Q. Can Cyclomet 50mg Tablet causes weight loss?
Yes, Cyclomet 50mg Tablet 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.