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Daunoside 20mg Injection

by Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd
Daunorubicin (20mg)

₹337

Daunoside 20mg Injection

Introduction to Daunoside 20mg Injection

It is classified as a chemotherapy drug. It is used in cancer treatment to kill or slow down the growth of cancer cells.

It works by interfering with the DNA inside cancer cells. This disruption prevents the cells from dividing and growing, ultimately leading to the death of cancer cells.

Consult to your doctor before taking this drug.

Safety Advice for Daunoside 20mg Injection

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Limit or avoid alcohol intake while undergoing treatment.

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Consult your doctor, as this drug may not be safe during pregnancy.

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It is not recommended during breastfeeding; consult your doctor.

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Be cautious if you experience dizziness or fatigue during treatment.

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Discuss your kidney health with your doctor.

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Notify your doctor if you have liver issues; dose adjustments may be necessary.

How Daunoside 20mg Injection works

Daunoside 20mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.

How To Use Daunoside 20mg Injection

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

Benefits Of Daunoside 20mg Injection

  • It can help in reducing or eliminating cancer cells, potentially leading to remission and an improved quality of life for cancer patients.

Side Effects Of Daunoside 20mg Injection

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Low blood platelets
  • Ulcer
  • Abdominal pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Hair loss
  • Fever
  • Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
  • Fatigue
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Chills
  • Diarrhea
  • Mucosal inflammation
  • Febrile neutropenia
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Breathing problems

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FAQ's on Daunoside 20mg Injection

What is Daunoside used for?

Daunoside is used in combination with other cancer medications to subside the progression of cancers of the white blood cell (acute myeloid and acute lymphocytic leukemia). Liposomal formulation of Daunoside is used for the treatment of Kaposis sarcoma (a type of cancer that causes patches of abnormal tissue to grow under the skin) in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection

How is Daunoside administered?

Daunoside comes as a solution or powder to be added to fluid and injected into a vein (intravenous) along with other chemotherapy medications by a doctor who is experienced in giving chemotherapy medications for cancer in a hospital or a clinic

How does Daunoside work?

Daunoside is an anti-cancer drug which belongs to the class, anthracycline cytotoxic antibiotics. The exact mechanism for its clinical effects is not clear however multiple mechanisms directly interfering with important DNA processes and cell division are thought to be responsible for slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

How often is Daunoside given?

The frequency and duration of Daunoside treatment depends on the other chemotherapy medications you are taking, how well your body responds to them, and the type of cancer you have

Is Daunoside a vesicant?

Yes. Daunoside is a vesicant (irritant) and can cause severe tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Daunoside into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected

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Daunoside 20mg Injection

by Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd
Daunorubicin (20mg)

₹337

Daunoside 20mg Injection

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