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Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp)

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Doxorubicin Injection contains Doxorubicin | belongs to Cytotoxic antibiotic

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Doxorubicin is an chemotherapy medication used to treat cancer. It belongs to a group of medicines called anthracyclines. Doxorubicin works by attacking the fast-growing cells in cancer, including cancer cells that have spread from where they first began (metastasized).
Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) is now available in Pakistan at a price tag of Rs. 4000

How it works

Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Uses of Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp)

What is it prescribed for?

  • Ovarian Cancer

    Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection is used in the treatment of the cancer that affects the female reproductive system.

  • Breast Cancer

    Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection is used in the treatment of breast cancer.

  • Hodgkin's Disease

    Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection is used in the treatment of cancer that affects the immune system.

  • Multiple Myeloma

    Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection is used in the treatment of cancer that affects the plasma cells (a type of blood cell) inside the bone marrow.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The peak levels of this medicine can be reached immediately after intravenous injection.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 1 to 2 days

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    Not recommended in patients with known history of allergy to Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General Warnings
  • Effect on heart

    Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection may increase the risk of toxic effects on the heart and could lead to acute left ventricular failure. Patients with history of heart disease need close monitoring while receiving this medicine.

  • Infections

    The chances of infections occurring are more in patients receiving this medicine. Hold the chemotherapy and start with broad-spectrum antibiotics if there are any signs and symptoms of fever. Close monitoring of the body temperature and the blood cell count is necessary in such cases.

  • Blood cell count

    Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection is known to lower the white blood cell count (neutrophils) in patients with risk factors such as pre-existing diseases or medicines. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary. Do not start the treatment if the blood cell count is low.

  • Secondary oral neoplasms

    Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection is known to increase the risk of secondary cancers, most frequently in the mouth. Close monitoring of symptoms like mouth ulcers, bleeding is necessary. The treatment should be discontinued if secondary cancer develops.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    It is advised that you do not miss any dose. If you miss any dose, you should contact your doctor immediately.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Clozapine severe
  • Diltiazem moderate
  • Live attenuated vaccines and related products severe
  • Dexamethasone moderate

General Instructions

Take Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp) 50 mg Injection under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. It should be given with other chemotherapy agents in multiple cycles. It is important to receive every scheduled dose for better cancer suppression. The blood cell counts should be monitored before initiating the treatment. Close monitoring of heart function is necessary while receiving this medicine.

References

Additional Information:

How to use Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp)

IV: Administer IV push over 1-2 min or IVP Bolus. Infusion via central venous line recommended. Reconstitute lyophilized powder with NS to a final concentration of 2 mg/mL as follows. Further dilution in D5W or NS is stable for 48 hours at room temperature (25°C) when protected from light. Unstable in solutions with a pH lt; 3 or gt; 7.
Standard IV Dilution: IVP: Dose/syringe (concentration: 2 mg/mL). IVP Bolus: Dose 50-100 mL D5W or NS.
Compatibility: Stable in D5W, LR, NS.

what are the adverse effects of Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp)?

Alopecia, stomatitis, myelosuppression or GI disorders (nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea), tachycardia, ECG changes.

What happens if I miss a dose of Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp)?

Acute lymphoblastic & myeloblastic leukaemia/Wilms' tumour/neuroblastoma/ soft tissue & bone sarcomas/breast, ovarian, bronchogenic, bladder, thyroid, & gastric carcinoma/Hodgkin's disease/ malignant lymphoma: Monotherapy: 60-75 mg/m² IV every 21 day. Combination Therapy: 40-60 mg/m² IV every 21-28 days.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Doxorubicin Injection 50 mg 1 Vial (imp). The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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