Idarubicin is used to treat the following -
Main 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Idarubicin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Idarubicin safe for pregnant women?
Idarubicin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Idarubicin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Idarubicin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Idarubicin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Idarubicin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Idarubicin on the Liver?
Idarubicin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Idarubicin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Idarubicin on the heart have been reported.
Idarubicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Idarubicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Idarubicin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Idarubicin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Idarubicin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Idarubicin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Idarubicin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Idarubicin
Taking Idarubicin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Idarubicin
Information about the interaction of Idarubicin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Idamycin PFS® (idarubicin hydrochloride)
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