DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL)

Overview

DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) is a Schedule G drug.
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Usage

DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) is generally used to treat: Ovarian Cancer, Kaposi Sarcoma, Multiple Myeloma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart or blood vessel disease or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • It may reduce platelet counts which leads to severe bleeding; avoid bruising and bleeding.
  • Avoid vaccination while taking this medication.
  • Avoid contact with persons with known infections.
  • Do not drink alcoholic beverages or take drugs containing aspirin because these can cause gastric bleeding.

Common Side-Effects

DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) : Cough, Fever, Chills, Joint Pain, Lower Back Pain, Difficulty Urinating, Pain With Urination, Abdomen Pain

Serious Side-Effects

DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) : Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Irregular Heartbeat, Shortness Of Breath, Blood Or Red Colored Urine

Rare Side-Effects

DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) : Black (tar) Colored Stools

Disease Interactions

DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) can interfere with: Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection

Technical Classification

DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) is categorized as: ANTIBIOTICS/ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) as Ingredient

ADVADOX 20MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
CADRIA L 2MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
CAELYX 20MG INFUSIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
DOXOPAR 10MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 10.0 MG
DOXOPAR 50MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
KEMODOXA 2MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
LIPEG 20MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPISOL 50MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
LIPODOX 10MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 10.0 MG
LIPODOX 20MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPODOX 2MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
LIPODOX INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2 MG
LIPOPEG 20MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPPOD 20MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPPOD 50MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
NUDOXA 20MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
NUDOXA 2MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
NUDOXA 50MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
ONCODOX 10MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 10.0 MG
PEGADRIA 20MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
PEGADRIA 50MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
RUBILONG 2MG INJDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG