Cyclophosphamide is a powerful, versatile, and effective chemotherapy drug. It is best suited for application in aggressive cancer, where prior treatments have failed and a life-threatening situation has developed. It treats many types of cancers, like leukemia, lymphoma, breast cancer, etc., and autoimmune disorders, like lupus, vasculitis, and arthritis. It works by disrupting DNA structures and preventing cancer cells from multiplying, leading to death. It primarily targets cancerous cells, but it can also kill healthy cells.
Common side effects are nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, and hair loss. It may also cause mouth sores and bladder irritation. Long-term intake may increase the risk of infertility, secondary cancers, and liver toxicity.