Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Cyclophosphamide
Chemical Class
Nitrogen Mustard
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
L01AA01
Status
Essential Medicine
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Uses
Cyclophosphamide is used to treat several types of cancer. Oral cyclophosphamide is also used to treat minimal change nephrotic syndrome ...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Nitrogen Mustard
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antineoplastic Agent, Alkylating Agent pharmacological group
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Nitrogen Mustard. It belongs to Alkylating Agents pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antineoplastic Agent, Alkylating Agent pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Cyclophosphamide is 261.08. 289.00% solution of the drug is isotonic.
How to Take It
1
Adult · IV
2 to 6 mg/kg — As recommended.
per week.
2
Adult · PO
2 to 6 mg/ kg — As recommended.
In div.doses per week.
3
Child · Intra Venous
1250 to 2330 mg/sq.meter — As recommended.
Per Month.
4
Child · Oral
730 mg/sq.meter — As recommended.
On Days 1-5 every month
Safety Alerts
You should not use cyclophosphamide if you are allergic to cyclophosphamide or similar medicines, or if you have: a bladder obstruction
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had: weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicines)
an active or chronic infection (including a bladder infection )
bladder problems
if you are receiving other cancer treatments or radiation
Important Warnings
You should not use cyclophosphamide if you have a bladder obstruction or other urination problems
You may feel faint while using cyclophosphamide
Call your doctor right away if you have fast or pounding heartbeats, chest pain, shortness of breath , and sudden dizziness
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hivesdifficult breathingswelling of your facelipstongueor throat. cyclophosphamide can cause serious or fatal side effectsincluding: unusual bruising or bleedingnew signs of infection (feverweaknesscoughdiarrheaburning when you urinate)bone marrow suppressionfeeling short of breath on exertionchest discomfort
Drug Interactions
Many other drugs can be dangerous when used with cyclophosphamide. Tell your doctor if you also use: protease inhibitors such as hiv/aids medications
chemotherapy or radiation
medicine to prevent organ transplant rejection such as cyclosporine
if you use a blood thinner (such as warfarin) and you have routine "INR" or prothrombin time tests
heart medications
or metronidazole
tamoxifen . Cyclophosphamide can cause a serious heart problem. Your risk may be higher if you also use certain other medicines for infections
asthma
Storage
Inj (reconstituted soln) Store at room temperature or refrigerator. Use within 6 days if refrigerated and within 24 hrs if kept at room temperature. Oral Soln (reconstituted soln) Store in refrigerator. Use within 6 days if kept at room temperature. Tab Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Below 25°C.
Price Intelligence
Rs 694.78
DRAP approved maximum price · per pack of 50 · approved 27 Jul, 2026
No retail price observed for this pack. Retailers may not exceed the approved maximum.
Prices across sources
No retail prices recorded
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Cyclophosphamide, and what they are not.
These contain this ingredient plus others. They are different medicines — do not swap.
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+ Cycloposphamide 1070Mg Eq. To1000Mg, Methenamine
Rs 450
No DRAP alertsPHARMEDIC (PVT) LTD.
Cyclomide
1g
+ Cycloposphamide 1070Mg Eq. To1000Mg, Methenamine
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Below approved ceilingNo DRAP alertsPHARMEDIC (PVT) LTD.
Cyclomide
1070mg
+ Cycloposphamide 1070Mg Eq. To1000Mg, Methenamine
Rs 450
Below approved ceilingNo DRAP alertsPharmedic Pharmaceuticals Industries (Pvt.) Ltd.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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