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DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE
DOXORUBICIN-50MG
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India
Other Info - DUX0005

FAQs

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's contains Doxorubicin, which belongs to the class of anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitors. It inhibits the topoisomerase II enzyme by intercalating the DNA base pairs. This causes double helix DNA to be uncoiled, thereby destroying the DNA and RNA synthesis.
Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's can disrupt a woman's natural menstrual cycle (period) and inhibit sperm production in men. However, you should not presume that you cannot become pregnant or that you cannot make someone else pregnant. It may also harm your foetus. Use reliable methods of birth control while on treatment with Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol intake might increase the risk of stomach or intestine bleeding. Alcohol consumption is not recommended.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's. Use reliable methods of birth control while on treatment with Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and harm your infant. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's. Your doctor may suggest you stop feeding while on treatment with this medicine.

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Driving

Not applicable

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's does not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment. However, this medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disease. If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative, if necessary, based on your condition.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is used to treat neuroblastoma (cancer that starts in nerve cells and primarily affects children) and Wilms' tumor (a form of kidney cancer that affects children). Your doctor may recommend a suitable dosage based on your child's condition.

About Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is an anti-cancer medicine used in the treatment of cancer. Cancer is a disease where the cells grow abnormally and divide uncontrollably. Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is primarily used as adjuvant chemotherapy in women with axillary lymph nodes with involvement resection of breast cancer (abnormal growth in the cells of the breast). It is also used to treat neuroblastoma (cancer that starts in nerve cells and primarily affects children) and Wilms' tumor (a form of kidney cancer that affects children).

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's contains Doxorubicin, which belongs to the class of anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitors. It inhibits the topoisomerase II enzyme by intercalating the DNA base pairs. This causes double helix DNA to be uncoiled, destroying DNA and RNA synthesis.

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's may cause certain side effects such as nausea, headache, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, dizziness, mouth sores, tiredness, back pain, red discoloration of urine, diarrhea, and pain at the site of injection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. A trained healthcare doctor will administer Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's. So, do not self-administer. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on your health condition.

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components of this medicine. It is contraindicated in patients having severe myocardial insufficiency, a recent history of myocardial infarction (MI), severe persistent drug-induced myelosuppression, and severe liver disease. Hence, if you have any such conditions, inform your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have any cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, or taking any CYP3A4 or CYP2D6 inducers medication, as it can cause adverse effects. Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity. Hence, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor beforehand.

Uses of Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's

Breast Cancer

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Medicinal Benefits

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's contains Doxorubicin, which belongs to the class of anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitors. It inhibits the topoisomerase II enzyme by intercalating the DNA base pairs. This causes double helix DNA to be uncoiled, thereby destroying the DNA and RNA synthesis. Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is also used in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, acute myeloblastic leukaemia, Hodgkin lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, metastatic breast cancer, metastatic Wilms’ tumour, metastatic neuroblastoma, metastatic soft tissue sarcoma, metastatic bone sarcomas, metastatic ovarian carcinoma, metastatic transitional cell bladder carcinoma, metastatic thyroid carcinoma, metastatic gastric carcinoma, metastatic bronchogenic carcinoma

Directions for Use

A trained healthcare professional will administer Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's. Hence, do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's

  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Back pain
  • Pain at the site of injection
  • Red discolouration of urine
  • Loss of appetite
  • Mouth sores
  • Tiredness
  • Weight gain

Drug Warnings

Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's should be avoided if you are allergic to it. It is contraindicated in patients having severe myocardial insufficiency, a recent history of myocardial infarction (MI), severe persistent drug-induced myelosuppression and severe liver disease. Hence avoid using this medicine under such conditions. Inform your doctor if you have any cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, or taking any CYP3A4 or CYP2D6 inducers medication, as it can cause serious adverse effects. Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity. Hence it is contraindicated in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Do not stop receiving Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's without a doctor’s advice, as it can cause serious health conditions. Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's is known to cause secondary malignancies, tissue necrosis, cardiomyopathy and septic shock in some patients. Hence careful monitoring of the patient is needed while receiving the medicine.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DoxorubicinZiprasidone
Critical
DoxorubicinClozapine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • CYCLOSPORIN
  • BUPROPION
  • PAROXETINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • HALOPERIDOL

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Avoid intercourse while on treatment with Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's.
  • Regular complete blood count monitoring is advised.  Also, monitoring of liver function is important while receiving Duxocin 50 mg Powder for Injection 1's.
  • According to postmarketing reports, juvenile children receiving doxorubicin hydrochloride are at risk of developing late cardiovascular dysfunction. Risk factors include early age during treatment (particularly five years), large cumulative dosages, and receipt of multimodal modality therapy. All pediatric patients who have received doxorubicin hydrochloride should undergo long-term cardiovascular monitoring.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Meditation and yoga have been proven very effective in helping cancer patients maintain a healthy attitude and body.
  • Eat more lean meats, healthy fats, fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain foods to give you more energy. 
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, as dehydration is often seen in cancers.
  • Taking a stroll in the garden or spending 30 minutes of your time doing some light physical activity can be very useful. However, do not over-exert yourself if you feel too tired. 
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

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