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Doxorubin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Doxorubin have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Doxorubin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Doxorubin also has some side effects, the most common being Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Doxorubin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Doxorubin 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.
In addition, Doxorubin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Doxorubin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Doxorubin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure are examples of such conditions. The section on Doxorubin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Doxorubin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Doxorubin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Doxorubin 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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Is the use of Doxorubin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Doxorubin. If you are pregnant, do not take Doxorubin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Doxorubin safe during breastfeeding?
Doxorubin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Doxorubin on the Kidneys?
Doxorubin is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxorubin on the Liver?
Doxorubin 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.
What is the effect of Doxorubin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Doxorubin. 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.
Doxorubin 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 Doxorubin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxorubin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Doxorubin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Doxorubin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Doxorubin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Doxorubin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxorubin
You can take Doxorubin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxorubin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Doxorubin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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