Doxorubicin 10 Mg/5 Ml Fresenius, Doxorubicin 50 Mg/25 Ml Fresenius 10 mg/5 mL, 50 mg/25 mL Concentrate for solution for infusion
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of various cancers including leukaemias and solid tumors.
Dosage (summary)
60-90 mg/mu00b2 every 3-4 weeks; 0.4-0.5 mg/kg/day for acute leukaemias.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
- Obese patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation; may cause fetal harm.
Key Drug Interactions
- Trastuzumab
- Cyclophosphamide
- CYP450 inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Severe hepatic impairment
- Myocardial insufficiency
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Leukopenia
- Cardiotoxicity
Counselling Points
- Avoid pregnancy during treatment
- Use effective contraception
- Monitor for signs of infection
Serious warnings
- Cardiotoxicity risk
- Myelosuppression
- Extravasation risk
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