Duxocin 10 Injection Information

Duxocin 10 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Duxocin 10 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Duxocin 10 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Duxocin 10 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Duxocin 10 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Duxocin 10 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Duxocin 10 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Duxocin 10 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Duxocin 10 Injection related warnings section.

Duxocin 10 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Duxocin 10 Injection in conditions like Heart Failure. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Duxocin 10 Injection contraindications section.

Additionally, Duxocin 10 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Duxocin 10 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Duxocin 10 Injection Benefits & Uses

Duxocin 10 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Duxocin 10 Injection 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

Duxocin 10 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Duxocin 10 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Duxocin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Duxocin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Duxocin 10 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Duxocin 10 Injection on the Kidneys?

Duxocin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Duxocin 10 Injection on the Liver?

Duxocin 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Duxocin 10 Injection on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Duxocin 10 Injection with Other Drugs

Duxocin 10 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Chlorpheniramine

Duxocin 10 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Duxocin 10 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Neutropenia
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Duxocin 10 Injection

Is this Duxocin 10 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Duxocin 10 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Duxocin 10 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Duxocin 10 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Duxocin 10 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

Duxocin 10 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Duxocin 10 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Duxocin 10 Injection

Taking Duxocin 10 Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Duxocin 10 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Duxocin 10 Injection.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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