Daunoplus Information

Daunoplus is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Blood Cancer.

The correct dosage of Daunoplus depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Daunoplus are Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth). While these are the most often observed Daunoplus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Daunoplus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Daunoplus's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Daunoplus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Daunoplus related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Daunoplus are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Daunoplus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Daunoplus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Daunoplus Benefits & Uses
Daunoplus Dosage & How to Take
Daunoplus Side Effects
Daunoplus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Daunoplus with Other Drugs
Daunoplus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Daunoplus
Daunoplus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Daunoplus Benefits & Uses

Daunoplus is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer

Daunoplus Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 75 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 3 to 4weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 3 to 4weeks
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Daunoplus Related Warnings

Is the use of Daunoplus safe for pregnant women?

Daunoplus should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Daunoplus safe during breastfeeding?

Daunoplus should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Daunoplus on the Kidneys?

Daunoplus may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Daunoplus on the Liver?

Daunoplus may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Daunoplus on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Daunoplus. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Daunoplus with Other Drugs

Daunoplus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Daunoplus Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Daunoplus unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Thyroid problems
Potassium Deficiency
Herpes

Frequently asked Questions about Daunoplus

Is this Daunoplus habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Daunoplus is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Daunoplus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Daunoplus can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Daunoplus is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Daunoplus is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Daunoplus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Daunoplus

It is safe to take Daunoplus with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Daunoplus

Taking Daunoplus with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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