Doxoruba Benefits & Uses

Doxoruba is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Doxoruba 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: 110 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 110 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 110 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Doxoruba Related Warnings

Is the use of Doxoruba safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Doxoruba. If you are pregnant, do not take Doxoruba without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Doxoruba safe during breastfeeding?

Doxoruba 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 Doxoruba on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Doxoruba on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Doxoruba on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Doxoruba. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Doxoruba on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Doxoruba. 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 Doxoruba with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Chlorpheniramine

Doxoruba Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Doxoruba

Is this Doxoruba habit forming or addictive?

Doxoruba does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Doxoruba is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Doxoruba for mental disorders.

No

Doxoruba Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxoruba

Taking Doxoruba with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxoruba

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Doxoruba and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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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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