Epiruba Benefits & Uses

Epiruba is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Epiruba 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

Epiruba Related Warnings

Is the use of Epiruba safe for pregnant women?

Epiruba should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Epiruba safe during breastfeeding?

Epiruba may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Epiruba on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Epiruba. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Epiruba on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Epiruba on the Heart?

Epiruba may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Epiruba with Other Drugs

Epiruba 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

Epiruba Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Calcium Deficiency
Herpes

Frequently asked Questions about Epiruba

Is this Epiruba habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Epiruba.

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

After taking Epiruba you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Epiruba is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Epiruba is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Epiruba Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Epiruba

It is safe to take Epiruba with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Epiruba

Taking Epiruba 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

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

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