Doxorubicin Hydrochloride
Generic Name: doxorubicin hydrochloride
Brand Names:
Doxorubicin Hydrochloride Liposome
Doxorubicin Hydrochloride is a sterile liposomal dispersion containing doxorubicin hydrochloride encapsulated in pegylated liposomes for intravenous use in cancer treatment.
Overview
Doxorubicin Hydrochloride is a sterile liposomal dispersion containing doxorubicin hydrochloride encapsulated in pegylated liposomes for intravenous use in cancer treatment.
Uses
Treatment of ovarian cancer after platinum failure, AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma after prior chemotherapy failure or intolerance, and multiple myeloma combined with bortezomib.
Dosage
Ovarian cancer: 50 mg/m2 every 4 weeks. AIDS-KS: 20 mg/m2 every 3 weeks. Multiple myeloma: 30 mg/m2 on day 4 of cycles.
Side Effects
Most common adverse reactions (more than 20%) are asthenia, fatigue, fever, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, stomatitis, diarrhea.
Interactions
No formal drug interaction studies have been conducted.
Warnings
BOXED WARNING: Cardiomyopathy risk of 11% at cumulative doses 450-550 mg/m2. Infusion-related reactions occurring in 11% of patients. Includes cardiomyopathy assessment, infusion reactions, hand-foot syndrome, secondary oral neoplasms, embryo-fetal toxicity. Contraindicated in severe hypersensitivity reactions and anaphylaxis to doxorubicin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doxorubicin Hydrochloride used for?▼
Treatment of ovarian cancer after platinum failure, AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma after prior chemotherapy failure or intolerance, and multiple myeloma combined with bortezomib.
What are the side effects of Doxorubicin Hydrochloride?▼
Most common adverse reactions (more than 20%) are asthenia, fatigue, fever, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, stomatitis, diarrhea.
What are the important warnings for Doxorubicin Hydrochloride?▼
BOXED WARNING: Cardiomyopathy risk of 11% at cumulative doses 450-550 mg/m2. Infusion-related reactions occurring in 11% of patients. Includes cardiomyopathy assessment, infusion reactions, hand-foot syndrome, secondary oral neoplasms, embryo-fetal toxicity. Contraindicated in severe hypersensitivity reactions and anaphylaxis to doxorubicin.
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Medical Disclaimer
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