Chemophos 500mg Injection

Chemophos 500mg Injection is given as an injection into a vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need it. This will depend on what you are being treated for. It is given shortly before chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Do not attempt to administer it yourself. Taking it incorrectly can cause serious side effects.

Nausea, vomiting, and decreased blood pressure are common side effects. Consult your doctor if these do not go away or bother you. Adequate hydration is important before receiving this medicine. Your blood pressure will be checked before and during the infusion, usually every 5 minutes.

Before receiving it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, such as an irregular heartbeat or heart failure, or take medicines for high blood pressure. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your doctor know about all medicines you are taking. Seek immediate help if you develop a severe rash, skin peeling, swelling or difficulty breathing.

• Treatment of Dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer

Chemophos 500mg Injection is given as an injection into a vein by a doctor. The dose and timing depend on whether it is being used to protect the kidneys during chemotherapy or reduce dry mouth during radiotherapy. It is given shortly before the cancer treatment. Follow the treatment schedule prescribed by your doctor.

• Chemophos 500mg Injection is given as an infusion into the vein ( IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor only.
• It is advisable to stay hydrated or drink plenty of fluids before taking medicine.
• Chemophos 500mg Injection may lower blood pressure. Your blood pressure may be checked before and every 5 minutes during the infusion.
• It may cause a decrease in calcium levels. Your doctor may monitor your calcium levels regularly and prescribe supplements if needed.