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Drugs used for cytotoxic-induced side-effects listed elsewhere in the formulary:
If a cytotoxic drug given intravenously leaks into the surrounding tissue, urgent action must be taken. The injection or infusion must be stopped immediately, the patient should be informed, and the doctor notified. Treatment should follow hospital guidelines for the management of cytotoxic drug extravasation. Treatment will vary according to whether a cytotoxic drug causes local tissue necrosis.
The following are used to manage some systemic side effects to cytotoxic drugs:
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