Daunomycin 20mg Injection is used for the treatment of blood cancer (leukemia). It works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed.

Daunomycin 20mg Injection is used to treat a variety of cancers, either alone or in combination with other drugs.

Uses of Daunomycin Injection

Blood cancer

Benefits of Daunomycin Injection

In Blood cancer

Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Daunomycin 20mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Daunomycin Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Daunomycin

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

How to use Daunomycin Injection

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

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Daunomycin 20mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Daunomycin 20mg 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.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Daunomycin 20mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Daunomycin 20mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Daunomycin 20mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Daunomycin 20mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Daunomycin 20mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Daunomycin 20mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Daunomycin 20mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Daunomycin 20mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

Daunomycin 20mg Injection is given as an injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor.
Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
You may be monitored with ECG before and after starting the treatment.
Let your doctor know if you experience fever, chills and some kind of infection during the treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Anthracycline Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents

Patient concerns

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FAQs

Is Daunomycin 20mg Injection a vesicant?

Yes. Daunomycin 20mg Injection is a vesicant (irritant) and can cause severe tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Daunomycin 20mg Injection into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected.

What is Daunomycin 20mg Injection used for?

Daunomycin 20mg Injection is used in combination with other cancer medications to subside the progression of different types of blood cancers such as cancer of the white blood cells (acute myeloid and acute lymphocytic leukemia).

How is Daunomycin 20mg Injection administered?

Daunomycin 20mg Injection comes as a solution or powder to be added to fluid and injected into a vein (intravenous) along with other chemotherapy medications. It is given as an injection by a cancer specialized doctor (oncologist) who is experienced in giving chemotherapy medications for cancer in a hospital or a clinic.

How often is Daunomycin 20mg Injection given?

The frequency and duration of Daunomycin 20mg Injection treatment depends on the other chemotherapy medications you are taking, how well your body responds to them, and the type of cancer you have. Your doctor will decide the dose and frequency for you based on different parameters. For any doubts, consult your doctor.

How does Daunomycin 20mg Injection work?

Daunomycin 20mg Injection is an anti-cancer drug which belongs to the class of medicines called 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.

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