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Alrubicin 100mg Injection

by Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Epirubicin (100mg)

₹4290

Alrubicin 100mg Injection

Introduction to Alrubicin 100mg Injection

Alrubicin 100mg Injection is used in the treatment of various types of cancers of blood, breast, stomach, lung, ovaries and soft tissues. It also helps to prevent the recurrence of bladder cancer after surgery.
Alrubicin 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the breast cancer cells. It also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause DNA damage. This slows the growth of breast cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, or have heart problem. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

Safety Advice for Alrubicin 100mg Injection

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  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alrubicin 100mg Injection.

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Alrubicin 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

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Alrubicin 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

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Alrubicin 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Alrubicin 100mg Injection may cause episodes of nausea and vomiting, which can temporarily lead to an impairment of the ability to drive.

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Alrubicin 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alrubicin 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Lower doses may be considered in patients with serum creatinine > 5 mg/dL.

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Alrubicin 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alrubicin 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Alrubicin 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

How Alrubicin 100mg Injection works

Alrubicin 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the breast cancer cells. It also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause DNA damage. This slows the growth of breast cancer cells and eventually kills them.

How To Use Alrubicin 100mg Injection

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits Of Alrubicin 100mg Injection

  • Used to kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells.

Side Effects Of Alrubicin 100mg Injection

  • Low blood platelets
  • Nausea
  • Hair loss
  • Absence of menstrual periods
  • Fever
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Diarrhea
  • Weight loss
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Hot flashes
  • Gastrointestinal inflammation
  • Rash
  • Low energy
  • Eye disorder

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FAQ's on Alrubicin 100mg Injection

How is Alrubicin given?

Alrubicin is given by injection into the vein or through a catheter into the bladder

How much does Alrubicin cost?

The price of Alrubicin may vary depending upon the brand prescribed to you. Please read the instruction on the package for the correct price of the product.

Is Alrubicin an anthracycline?

Yes, Alrubicin belongs to anthracycline class of anti-cancer medicines

What is Alrubicin made from?

Alrubicin is made from natural products produced by species of soil fungus Streptomyces

Is Alrubicin an antibiotic?

Alrubicin is an anticancer antibiotic

Is Alrubicin a doxorubicin?

Alrubicin and doxorubicin are both anticancer agents that belong to the anthracycline group

Is Alrubicin a vesicant (agent that causes tissue blistering and damage)?

Yes, Alrubicin is a vesicant it may cause tissue blistering if it leaks out of the vein

What is Alrubicin used for?

Alrubicin is used in the treatment of various cancers including cancer of the breast, ovary, stomach, lung, bowel or rectum, malignant lymphomas (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood) such as Hodgkins disease and non-Hodgkins lymphoma, leukemia (blood cancer), multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood). It may be used in bladder cancers and to prevent reoccurrence of bladder cancer after surgery

How effective is Alrubicin?

Alrubicin is effective in the treatment of various cancers including cancer of the breast, ovary, stomach, lung, bowel or rectum, malignant lymphomas (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood) such as Hodgkins disease and non-Hodgkins lymphoma, leukemia (blood cancer), multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood). It may be used in bladder cancers and to prevent reoccurrence of bladder cancer after surgery. It effectively slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in the body

Prescription Required

Alrubicin 100mg Injection

by Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Epirubicin (100mg)

₹4290

Alrubicin 100mg Injection

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