Doxorubicin (Plain)
Information about Doxorubicin (Plain)
Doxorubicin (Plain) Uses
Doxorubicin (Plain) is used in the treatment of blood cancer.
How Doxorubicin (Plain) works
Doxorubicin (Plain) 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 Doxorubicin (Plain)
Vomiting, Hair loss, Nausea, Diarrhea, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Abdominal pain, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Heart failure
Available Medicine for Doxorubicin (Plain)
AdrimFresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
₹177 to ₹8742 variant(s)
AdriamycinPfizer Ltd
₹8891 variant(s)
DoxorexSamarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
₹2621 variant(s)
DoxutecUnited Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹7491 variant(s)
DuxocinBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹2181 variant(s)
MetodoxNeon Laboratories Ltd
₹69 to ₹2112 variant(s)
AdribAdley Formulations
₹170 to ₹8702 variant(s)
Expert advice for Doxorubicin (Plain)
- 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.