ifosfamide · Medicine question

What is ifosfamide used to treat?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Ifosfamide is a cytotoxic drug used to treat malignant disease (cancer), either alone or in combination with other cytotoxic drugs, radiotherapy and surgery.

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Ifosfamide Injection 1gBaxter Healthcare Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 5Document updated 27 January 2025

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