How is mesna given?
Before and during treatment with mesna, you may need frequent urine tests.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Mesna injection is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection at the same time you receive ifosfamide.
Oral mesna is taken by mouth, usually 2 and 6 hours after you receive ifosfamide.
Mesna is given either in a series of 3 injections spaced 4 hours apart, or as a single injection followed by 2 oral doses spaced 2 and 6 hours later.
Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Call your doctor if you vomit within 2 hours after taking oral mesna. You may need to take another oral dose or receive a mesna injection.
Tell your doctor if you have red or pink colored urine. This may be a sign that your ifosfamide dose needs to be changed.
Drink at least 1 to 2 liters (32 to 64 ounces) of liquid each day while you are using mesna.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using mesna.
Store mesna tablets at room temperature away from moisture and heat.