Cadrubin Information

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

The correct dosage of Cadrubin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cadrubin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cadrubin 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.

It is also important to note that Cadrubin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cadrubin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Cadrubin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Cadrubin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Cadrubin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Cadrubin Benefits & Uses

Cadrubin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cadrubin 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(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cadrubin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cadrubin safe for pregnant women?

Cadrubin 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 Cadrubin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cadrubin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Cadrubin on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cadrubin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cadrubin on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Cadrubin on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Cadrubin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Cadrubin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moxifloxacin

Clozapine

Cimetidine

Adalimumab

Amiodarone

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Cadrubin Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Herpes

Frequently asked Questions about Cadrubin

Is this Cadrubin habit forming or addictive?

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

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cadrubin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cadrubin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Cadrubin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cadrubin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cadrubin

It is safe to take Cadrubin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cadrubin

Consuming Cadrubin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

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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