
Adrim 50mg Injection
Manufacturer
Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Doxorubicin (Plain) (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Adrim 50mg Injection is used in the treatment of various types of cancers of blood, breast, lung, ovaries and soft tissues.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Adrim 50mg Injection is given as a drip or infusion vein with extreme caution by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It makes contraceptive pills less effective so it advised to both male and female to use reliable contraception during the treatment.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
vomiting allergic reaction nausea mouth sore hair loss
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Adrim 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Adrim 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Adrim 50mg 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.
How it works
Adrim 50mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. It also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause DNA damage. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Quick Tips
Adrim 50mg 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. Inform your doctor if you experience fever, chills, shortness of breath and swelling of face or lips.
Frequently asked questions
How does doxorubicin work?
Doxorubicin is an antineoplastic chemotherapy drug that belongs to a class of medications called anthracyclines. It slows down or stops the growth of cancer cells by interfering with DNA in cancer cells. This helps treat the cancer.
Is doxorubicin a vesicant?
Yes, doxorubicin is a vesicant (irritant).