3. Enumerate the side-effects of cyclophosphamide

1. 3. Enumerate the side-effects of cyclophosphamide • Side effects of Cyclophosphamide • diarrhea • lethargy • chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting • bone marrow suppression • darkening of the skin/nails • alopecia (hair loss) or thinning of hair • changes in color and texture of the hair • hemorrhagic cystitis Reference: http://www.drugs.com/sfx/cyclophosphamide-side-effects.html

2. 3. Enumerate the side-effects of cyclophosphamide • Side effects of Cyclophosphamide • carcinogenic, potentially causing transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder as a long-term complication • lower the body's immune system • cause temporary or (rarely) permanent sterility. Reference: http://www.drugs.com/sfx/cyclophosphamide-side-effects.html

3. Some side effects with cyclophosphamide are potentially serious and should be reported immediately to a healthcare provider. These include but are not limited to: • Signs of an infection, such as chills or a fever  • Blood in the stool • Blood in the urine (which can be a sign of bladder damage) • Severe mouth sores • Signs of an allergic reaction, including unexplained rash, hives, itching, and unexplained swelling. • Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea • Decreased urination, which may be a sign of kidney damage • Difficulty breathing or water retention, which may be signs of congestive heart failure • Any unusual moles, skin sores that do not heal, or unusual lumps (which can be signs of new tumors or cancers) Reference: http://www.drugs.com/sfx/cyclophosphamide-side-effects.html