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Doxorex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Doxorex have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Doxorex. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Doxorex are Hair Loss. While these are the most often observed Doxorex side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Doxorex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Doxorex is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Doxorex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure must refrain from the use of Doxorex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Doxorex are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Doxorex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Doxorex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Doxorex is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Doxorex safe for pregnant women?
Doxorex can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Doxorex safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Doxorex. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Doxorex on the Kidneys?
Doxorex does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Doxorex on the Liver?
Doxorex can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Doxorex on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Doxorex. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Doxorex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doxorex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Doxorex habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Doxorex is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Doxorex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Doxorex only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Doxorex for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Doxorex
Taking Doxorex with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxorex
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Doxorex with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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