CAELYX 20MG INFUSION

Overview

CAELYX 20MG INFUSION is a Schedule G drug.

CAELYX 20MG INFUSION is composed of: DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) (20.0 MG)

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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

Precautions for CAELYX 20MG INFUSION and its Constituents


  • 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

Available Alternatives for CAELYX 20MG INFUSION

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ADVADOX 20MG INJINR 8064 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
CAELYX 20MG INFUSIONINR 48956.3 for 10 ML INFUSIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPEG 20MG INJINR 6614.28 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPODOX 20MG INJINR 8040 for 10 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPOPEG 20MG INJINR 8000 for 10 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
LIPPOD 20MG INJINR 6547.62 for 10 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
NUDOXA 20MG INJINR 6250 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG
PEGADRIA 20MG INJINR 6530.95 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 20.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CADRIA L 2MG INJINR 8500 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
DOXOPAR 10MG INJINR 330 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 10.0 MG
DOXOPAR 50MG INJINR 1200 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL)DOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL)
KEMODOXA 2MG INJINR 7963.71 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
LIPISOL 50MG INJINR 8163.26 for 10 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
LIPODOX 10MG INJINR 4013.62 for 5 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 10.0 MG
LIPODOX 2MG INJINR 18400 for 25 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
LIPODOX INJINR 325 for 5 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2 MG
LIPPOD 50MG INJINR 16507.8 for 10 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
NUDOXA 2MG INJINR 8752.83 for 10 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG
NUDOXA 50MG INJINR 18585 for 1 INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
ONCODOX 10MG INJINR 222.62 for 5 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 10.0 MG
PEGADRIA 50MG INJINR 16689.3 for 25 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 50.0 MG
RUBILONG 2MG INJINR 8241.76 for 10 ML INJECTIONDOXORUBICIN (LIPOSOMAL) 2.0 MG