This guide helps doctors monitor the health of workers exposed to cyclophosphamide.  

Cyclophosphamide (CAS 50-18-0) is: 

• an anti-cancer drug used in chemotherapy and as an immunosuppressant 

• a man-made, alkylating agent derived from mustard gas 

• a fine white or off-white crystal like powder that dissolves in water and ethanol. 

Exposure to cyclophosphamide can occur when: 

• packaging, mixing, handling or giving the drug 

• cleaning up and disposing of chemotherapy drug waste 

• helping patients 

• handling or cleaning linen. 

Workers at risk of exposure include: 

• pharmacists 

• medical practitioners 

• nurses 

• cleaners 

• veterinarians 

• veterinary nurses 

• animal handlers. 

This guide is part of a health monitoring guide collection. 

There are also health monitoring guides for: 

• persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) 

• guide for workers 

• registered medical practitioners 

• hazardous chemicals