Amifostine
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Ethyol?
Brand Names: Canada:
Ethyol?
Uses
- It is used to lower the side effects of some chemo drugs or radiation.
- Amifostine protects cells from the harmful effects of these therapies.
Dosing
How to take
- It is given as a shot into a vein over a period of time.
- It may be given as a shot into the fatty part of the skin.
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