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Doxorubicin Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Doxorubicin Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Doxorubicin Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Doxorubicin Injection include Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Doxorubicin Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Doxorubicin Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Doxorubicin Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Doxorubicin Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Doxorubicin Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Doxorubicin Injection contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Doxorubicin Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Doxorubicin Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Doxorubicin Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxorubicin Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Doxorubicin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Doxorubicin (Plain) can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Doxorubicin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Doxorubicin (Plain) should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Doxorubicin Injection on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Doxorubicin (Plain) on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxorubicin Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Doxorubicin (Plain). If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Doxorubicin (Plain) only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Doxorubicin Injection on the Heart?
Doxorubicin (Plain) can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Doxorubicin Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxorubicin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxorubicin Injection habit forming or addictive?
Doxorubicin Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Doxorubicin Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Doxorubicin Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Doxorubicin Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Doxorubicin Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Doxorubicin Injection
You can take Doxorubicin Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxorubicin Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Doxorubicin Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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