Ifosfamide, an alkylating agent and a cyclophosphamide analog, is used as a single agent or in combination with other drugs to treat various types of cancer. Ifosfamide is a cytotoxic, antineoplastic medication used to manage and treat diverse cancers, including lymphoma, sarcoma, and lung cancer. This activity outlines the indications, administration procedures, and contraindications for ifosfamide, highlighting its significance as a valuable agent in treating various cancers. This activity also reviews the mechanism of action, adverse event profile, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, monitoring, and relevant interactions of ifosfamide. This information is pertinent for the interprofessional healthcare team involved in the comprehensive management of malignancies and related conditions in patients.
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