Question 1

is cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) a common drug used?

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Yes: Used in breast cancer, lymphomas, sometimes myeloma, occasionally ovarian cancer.  Probably one of the most common chemotherapy drugs used.

Question 2

the drug is taxotere (docetaxel) and cyclophosphamide used in chemo due to early stage of invasive lobular carcinoma does side effect cause insomia , depression?

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Chemo and cancer: Dealing with cancer and its treatment is not something easy to do in many cases. Not only it is affecting your physical condition, emotionally, you can also develop  anxiety, depressed mood, depression etc through out the battle. The chemo themselves do not give you insomnia. However, steroids are given prior to chemo, and this can cause insomnia. Depression/anxiety cause insomnia too.

Question 3

do you need a prescription for cyclophosphamide?

Accepted Answer

Cyclophosphamide: Yes, cyclophosphamide  is a prescription medication.

Question 4

is cyclophosphamide good to reduce tumor?

Accepted Answer

While these agents: (alkylators) were the standfast drugs from the 1960's, their main role now is in very high doses prior to bone marrow or stem cell transplants.  They reduce some cancers, particularly lymphoma and perhaps breast cancer, but the class is limited by marrow toxicity, resistance, and late effects. It can reduce some tumors, very few, but is usless in many.

Question 5

is cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) used for lupus?

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Yes: Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) is used to treat some of the manifestations of lupus. Most commonly this can be involvement of organs such as the brain, kidneys etc.

Question 6

how effective is cyclophosphamide for treating lupus?

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It depends: It's extremely helpful for some cases of lupus kidney disease, has little to offer for other presentations.  The whole business of treating lupus is complicated enough that there's room for you to make an informed decision between possible Rx's. In my college days, lupus was often a death sentence; now it tends to be manageable but still difficult. Good luck.

Question 7

can pregnant women take cyclophosphamide?

Accepted Answer

Cyclophosphamide: Cyclophosphamide is FDA Pregnancy Category D (Positive evidence of risk).

Question 8

what is your opinion on cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) for treatment of scleritis?

Accepted Answer

It depends on why.: Scleritis is inflammation of the white of your eye. It can be associated with other autoimmune conditions. It is usually treated with mild anti-inflammatory medications. For severe scleritis, Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide) might be used. This is a strong immune-suppressing drug that is also a type of chemotherapy. I notice you take methotrexate, which is similar to Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide). Ask your doctor about taking both.

Question 9

how long it is safe to give, low dose cyclophosphamide, in pemphigus foliaceus?

Accepted Answer

No firm rule.: Cyclophosphamide carries a risk of causing cancer.  Bladder cancers and leukemia would be the most common.  The risk is related to dose and duration of treatment.  Case reports suggest treatment after 4-5 years may be more dangerous.  If the drug is effective, the benefit may outweigh the risk, but concern should be raised if the tratment lasts more than 1-2 years.

Question 10

ive been feeling very tired and drained can it be from cytoxan (cyclophosphamide)?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: The severity of side effects of cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) depend on the dosage, and include anemia, low WBC, nausea, poor appetite, hair loss, etc. Certainly it will cause fatigue with exertion if you are anemic. In low doses, which I assume you are taking for SLE, it is better tolerated, but still you should be monitored. There are many other causes of fatigue. Talk to your prescribing doctor.

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