Adriamycin 50mg Injection

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Composition FOR Adriamycin 50mg Injection

Doxorubicin (Plain)(50mg)

food interaction for Adriamycin Injection

alcohol interaction for Adriamycin Injection

pregnancy interaction for Adriamycin Injection

lactation interaction for Adriamycin Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Adriamycin 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Adriamycin 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Adriamycin 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Adriamycin 50mg Injection

Doxorubicin (Plain)(50mg)

Adriamycin injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of cancer.

How adriamycin injection works

Adriamycin 50mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. It also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause DNA damage. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

Common side effects of adriamycin injection

Vomiting, Allergic reaction, Nausea, Mouth sore, Hair loss, Stomach pain, Eye disorder, Increased thirst, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Nail disorder

SUBSTITUTES FOR Adriamycin Injection

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  • Doxorex 50mg Injection
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    Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 10.16/ml of Injection
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  • Adrim 50mg Injection
    (25 ml Injection in vial)
    Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 33.92/ml of Injection
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    save 96% more per ml of Injection
  • Adrib Injection
    (25 ml Injection in vial)
    Adley Formulations
    Rs. 33.72/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 870
    save 96% more per ml of Injection
  • Doxutec 50mg Injection
    (25 ml Injection in vial)
    United Biotech Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 29.04/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 749
    save 97% more per ml of Injection
  • Doxybenz 50 Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Admac Pharma Ltd
    Rs. 901/Injection
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    Rs. 929
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Expert advice FOR Adriamycin Injection

  • Doxorubicin (Plain) is given as an injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience fever, chills, shortness of breath and swelling of face or lips. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Adriamycin 50mg Injection

Doxorubicin (Plain)

Q. How does doxorubicin work?
Doxorubicin is anti-cancer or antineoplastic chemotherapy drug that belongs to a class of medications called anthracyclines. It slows down or stops the growth of cancer cells by interfering with DNA of the cancer cells. This helps treat the cancer.
Q. Is doxorubicin a vesicant?
Yes doxorubicin is a vesicant (irritant).

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)