Farmorubicin Information

Farmorubicin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.

The optimal dosage of Farmorubicin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Farmorubicin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Farmorubicin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Farmorubicin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Farmorubicin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Farmorubicin related warnings section.

The section on Farmorubicin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Farmorubicin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Farmorubicin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Farmorubicin Benefits & Uses
Farmorubicin Dosage & How to Take
Farmorubicin Side Effects
Farmorubicin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Farmorubicin with Other Drugs
Farmorubicin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Farmorubicin
Farmorubicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Farmorubicin Benefits & Uses

Farmorubicin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Farmorubicin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Farmorubicin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Farmorubicin is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Hair Loss
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Diarrhoea
Rash
Decreased Blood Cells (Red cells, White cells and Platelets)
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Low energy
Infection

Moderate

Conjunctivitis

Mild

Loss of appetite
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Farmorubicin Related Warnings

Is the use of Farmorubicin safe for pregnant women?

Farmorubicin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Farmorubicin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Farmorubicin safe during breastfeeding?

Farmorubicin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Farmorubicin on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Farmorubicin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Farmorubicin on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Farmorubicin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Farmorubicin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Farmorubicin on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Farmorubicin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Farmorubicin with Other Drugs

Farmorubicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moxifloxacin

Clozapine

Cimetidine

Adalimumab

Amiodarone

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Farmorubicin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Farmorubicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Herpes

Frequently asked Questions about Farmorubicin

Is this Farmorubicin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Farmorubicin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Farmorubicin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Farmorubicin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Farmorubicin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Farmorubicin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Farmorubicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Farmorubicin

Taking Farmorubicin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Farmorubicin

Taking Farmorubicin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ellence® (epirubicin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 867

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 505-508

Farmorubicin RTU 50 Injection 25 Ml