DAUNORUBICIN

Overview

DAUNORUBICIN is a Schedule G antibiotic.

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Usage

DAUNORUBICIN is generally used to treat: Cancer, Leukemia

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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: Ask your doctor

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

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. For at least 48 hours after you receive a dose, avoid allowing your body fluids to come into contact with your hands or other surfaces. Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages.  Avoid excess dosage.

Common Side-Effects

DAUNORUBICIN : Irregular Heartbeat, Fever, Chills, Shortness Of Breath, Legs Swelling, Difficulty Urinating, Back Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion, Dry Mouth, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

DAUNORUBICIN : Confusion, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Vomit

Rare Side-Effects

DAUNORUBICIN : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness

Food Interactions

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Technical Classification

DAUNORUBICIN is categorized as: ANTIBIOTICS/ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DAUNORUBICIN as Ingredient

DAUNEON 20MG INJDAUNORUBICIN 20.0 MG
DAUNOCIN 20MG INJDAUNORUBICIN 20.0 MG
DAUNOMYCIN 20MG INJDAUNORUBICIN 20.0 MG
DAUNOMYCIN VIALDAUNORUBICIN 20 MG
DAUNOPLUS 20MG INJDAUNORUBICIN 20.0 MG
DAUNOSIDE 20MG INJDAUNORUBICIN 20.0 MG
DAUNOTEC 20MG INJDAUNORUBICIN 20.0 MG