Daunomycin Information

Daunomycin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Blood Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Daunomycin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Daunomycin include Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth). Some other side effects of Daunomycin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Daunomycin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Daunomycin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Daunomycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Daunomycin related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Daunomycin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Daunomycin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Daunomycin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Daunomycin Benefits & Uses

Daunomycin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer

Daunomycin 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	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 75 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 3 to 4weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 3 to 4weeks
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Daunomycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Daunomycin safe for pregnant women?

Daunomycin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Daunomycin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Daunomycin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Daunomycin on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Daunomycin. 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 Daunomycin on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Daunomycin on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Daunomycin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Daunomycin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Thyroid problems
Potassium Deficiency
Herpes

Frequently asked Questions about Daunomycin

Is this Daunomycin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Daunomycin is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Daunomycin as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Daunomycin only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Daunomycin for mental disorders.

No

Daunomycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Daunomycin

Taking Daunomycin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Daunomycin

Taking alcohol with Daunomycin can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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