Epirubicin 50mg Injection
Manufacturer
Reddy Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Epirubicin (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Epirubicin 50mg Injection is used in the treatment of various types of cancers including blood, breast, stomach, lung, ovaries, and soft tissues. It also helps prevent the recurrence of bladder cancer after surgery.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Epirubicin 50mg Injection is administered as a drip or infusion into a vein by a qualified medical professional. It can be used alone or in combination with other medicines as part of chemotherapy. The dosage and frequency depend on the specific condition being treated. It is crucial to follow the doctor's instructions precisely to avoid serious side effects. The benefits of the treatment may take several weeks or months to become apparent. Common side effects include nausea, low blood platelets, hair loss, absence of menstrual periods, fever, and rash. Regular blood tests are necessary to monitor blood cells, kidney, liver, and heart function. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, heart problems, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Epirubicin 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, slowing the growth of cancer cells and eventually killing them.
Quick Tips
Epirubicin 50mg Injection is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of various types of cancers. It is given through a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) by a doctor or nurse. It may make you feel tired or sleepy. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for 6 months after stopping treatment. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells, liver, and heart function during treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, or rash.
Frequently asked questions
Is Epirubicin 50mg Injection a vesicant, which can cause tissue blistering and damage?
Yes, Epirubicin 50mg Injection is classified as a vesicant. If it leaks out of the vein during administration, it may cause skin irritation, tissue damage, or blistering.
What are the uses of Epirubicin 50mg Injection in cancer treatment?
Epirubicin 50mg Injection is effective in treating various types of cancers, including breast, ovarian, stomach, lung, bowel, and rectal cancers. It may also be used to treat malignant lymphomas, such as Hodgkin's disease and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, leukemia, multiple myeloma, and bladder cancer. Additionally, it can help prevent the recurrence of bladder cancer after surgery by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.
