


Daunocyte 20mg Injection
Product Summary :
Daunocyte 20mg Injection contains daunorubicin, a medicine used to treat certain types of blood cancer, including acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphocytic leukemia. It works by interfering with the growth and multiplication of cancer cells. It may be given with other chemotherapy medicines. Common side effects include infection, low platelet count, and low blood cell counts. Regular blood tests and heart monitoring are important during treatment.Written By Dr. Subita Alagh, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 13 Oct 2026 | 12:56 PM (IST)



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Product introduction
Daunocyte 20mg Injection is given under the supervision of a doctor and should not be self-administered. It might be given as a single therapy or in combination with some other medication. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised.
The most common side effects of this medicine include infections, low platelet count, and anemia. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you to get regular blood tests to check for these.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped. Your doctor may perform several tests, such as blood tests, ECG, and physical examinations, both before and during treatment with this medicine.
Uses of Daunocyte Injection
- Blood cancer : Helps to treat certain types of blood cancer, including acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), which affect the blood and bone marrow.
Benefits of Daunocyte Injection
Blood cancer, such as leukemia, is a condition where the bone marrow produces abnormal white blood cells that grow uncontrollably and crowd out healthy cells. This can lead to frequent infections, fatigue, anemia, and bleeding. Daunocyte 20mg Injection works by destroying these rapidly growing cancer cells, slowing their spread and helping restore the balance of healthy blood cells. Overall, it plays an important role in controlling the disease, reducing symptoms, and improving treatment outcomes in patients with blood cancer.
Side effects of Daunocyte Injection
- Bone marrow failure
- Myelosuppression
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
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How Daunocyte Injection works
Dosage
Daunocyte 20mg Injection is administered into a vein by a doctor, usually over approximately 20 minutes. It is generally given on selected treatment days as part of a chemotherapy cycle, often with other anti-cancer medicines. The number of infusions and intervals between treatment cycles depend on the type of leukemia, your response, blood cell counts, and overall health. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and schedule and may adjust treatment based on your heart, liver, and kidney function.
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Quick tips
- Daunocyte 20mg Injection 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.
- You may be monitored with ECG before and after starting the treatment.
- Let your doctor know if you experience fever, chills and some kind of infection during the treatment.
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References
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