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Cyclophosphamide is an immunosuppressant medicine used to treat inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus/SLE). It is sometimes used for other conditions.
Cyclophosphamide injection is given as an infusion into a vein.
Cyclophosphamide injection will be given to you by a health professional. If you miss an appointment, contact the health professional as soon as possible.
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products (e.g. St John's wort, echinacea) or recreational drugs.
Side Effects | Recommended action |
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Symptoms of allergy including: skin rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing Increased risk of infection - symptoms may include: fever, chills, sore throat, aches and pains, tiredness, pain when peeing, mouth ulcers Easy/unusual bruising or bleeding Symptoms of liver problems including: yellow skin or eyes, itching, dark urine, pale bowel motions, abdominal pain Swollen feet or legs, fast or irregular heartbeat Short of breath, persistent dry cough Irritation or pain at injection site |
Tell your doctor immediately |
Hair loss or thinning, darkening of skin or fingernails Changes in periods Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhoea |
Tell your doctor if troublesome |
If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.
This leaflet contains important, but not all, information about this medicine.
Prepared by the PILs Committee at Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, New Zealand. September 2018
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