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Compare Farydak vs. Cyclophosphamide

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Key takeaways

Panobinostat (Farydak) and cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) are both medications that can be used to treat multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer. However, they belong to different medication classes and have important differences. Panobinostat is a histone deacetylase inhibitor that works by preventing cancer cells from multiplying, but it has been discontinued in the United States. Cyclophosphamide, on the other hand, is an alkylating agent that damages the DNA of cancer cells, leading to their death. It is still available and used for various cancers and nephrotic syndrome in children. Cyclophosphamide can be taken orally or intravenously, while panobinostat was only available in oral form. Cyclophosphamide requires careful monitoring due to potential side effects like bladder damage and low blood cell count.

  • Farydak (panobinostat)
    Cyclophosphamide
  • Farydak (panobinostat)
    Cyclophosphamide

  • Summary of Farydak vs. Cyclophosphamide

    Summary for Histone deacetylase inhibitor

    Farydak (panobinostat) is a medication that's taken by mouth for the treatment of multiple myeloma (a type of bone marrow cancer). It was initially approved to be a part of a treatment that also included Velcade (bortezomib) and dexamethasone (Taperdex). It was only to be used by certain people for whom previous chemotherapy treatments didn't work well. Farydak (panobinostat) has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available in the United States.

    Summary for Anticancer agent
    Prescription only

    Cyclophosphamide is an anticancer medication used in the treatment of many types of adult and childhood cancers, as well as a certain type of kidney problem in children (nephrotic syndrome). It’s typically used in combination with other anticancer medications. Depending on the treatment regimen, cyclophosphamide can be taken as a pill by mouth or injected into the veins (intravenously or IV). This medication can cause serious bladder and kidney problems, so it’s important to stay well hydrated during treatment.

  • Indications of Farydak vs. Cyclophosphamide

    Indications for
    •Multiple myeloma
    Indications for
    •Lymphomas
    •Multiple myeloma
    •Leukemias
    •Mycosis fungoides (a type of lymphoma affecting the skin)
    •Ovarian cancer
    •Breast cancer
    •Certain childhood cancers (e.g., neuroblastoma, retinoblastoma)
    •Nephrotic syndrome (kidney problem) in children - pill form only

  • Pros and Cons of Farydak vs. Cyclophosphamide

    Pros and Const for Histone deacetylase inhibitor
    Pros
    Cons
    Pros and Const for Anticancer agent
    Pros
    •Commonly used anticancer treatment option for many kinds of cancers
    •Also available as an oral pill (depending on treatment regimen and dose)
    •Can use in children for certain cancers or conditions
    Cons
    •Raises your risk for infections, bleeding, or bruising
    •Not safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding
    •Can affect your ability to have children in the future

  • Common Side Effects of Farydak vs. Cyclophosphamide

    Common Side Effects for
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Diarrhea
    •Lack of appetite
    •Hair loss
    •Fever

  • Warnings of Farydak vs. Cyclophosphamide

    Common Side Effects for
    Common Side Effects for
    •Low blood cell counts, leading to infection and bleeding risk
    •Kidney and urinary tract injury or damage
    •Heart problems
    •Lung problems
    •Risk for developing other cancers
    •Liver injury or damage
    •Harm to unborn baby and effects on fertility
    •Low sodium levels

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