Doxorubicin (Liposomal) Benefits & Uses

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) 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: Kaposi's Sarcoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/m2 Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Kaposi's Sarcoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/m2 Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Ovarian Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/m2 Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxorubicin (Liposomal) is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Weakness
Fatigue
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Diarrhoea

Mild

Hair Loss
Cough
Pharyngitis
Back Pain
Weight Loss
Rhinitis

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxorubicin (Liposomal) safe for pregnant women?

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Doxorubicin (Liposomal) without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Doxorubicin (Liposomal) safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Doxorubicin (Liposomal) on the Kidneys?

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxorubicin (Liposomal) on the Liver?

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Doxorubicin (Liposomal) on the Heart?

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Doxorubicin (Liposomal) with Other Drugs

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Citalopram

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Paclitaxel

Phenobarbital

Progesterone

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) Contraindications

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

Drug Allergies
Infections
Anemia
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Doxorubicin (Liposomal)

Is this Doxorubicin (Liposomal) habit forming or addictive?

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Doxorubicin (Liposomal) as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Doxorubicin (Liposomal) 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, Doxorubicin (Liposomal) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Doxorubicin (Liposomal) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxorubicin (Liposomal)

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Doxorubicin (Liposomal), due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxorubicin (Liposomal)

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Doxorubicin (Liposomal).

Unknown