Information about Daunorubicin

Generic Name : Daunorubicin
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Daunorubicin are provided here.

Pronunciation : daw noe roo' bi sin

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Daunorubicin, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Daunorubicin

India :

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International :

Cerubidine, DaunoXome

Why is Daunorubicin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a chemotherapeutic agent, prescribed for acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphocytic leukemia. This medication slows the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

When should Daunorubicin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with heart disease and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Daunorubicin?

IV- Adult- The recommended dose is 60 – 75mg/m²/day BSA (body surface area), every 3 weeks.

How should Daunorubicin be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Daunorubicin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with heart, kidney or liver disease, bone marrow depression, gout, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of heart disease (myocardial toxicity), bone marrow depression and secondary malignancy (cancer); if it is so consult with your doctor immediately.

• It may reduce platelet counts, which leads to bleeding; avoid injury or bruising.

• Monitor complete blood cell counts, heart, liver and kidney functions regularly while taking this medication.

• Avoid contact with people with infections.

What are the side effects of Daunorubicin?

Skin - Rash, skin inflammation and hives.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain.
Local - Cell death and painful induration.
Miscellaneous - Fever, chills and rarely allergic reactions.

What are the other precautions for Daunorubicin?

Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages.
Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Daunorubicin?

Injection: Store it in refrigerator (2-8°C). Do not freeze.
Powder for injection: Store it at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

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Drugs that are to be used only under medical supervision.