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INTRODUCTION
Lipodox (Doxorubicin Liposomal 10mg) Injection is used in the treatment of some kinds of cancer. It is also used in the treatment of breast cancer, where there is an increased cardiac risk. It can be used on its own, or sometimes given together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
Lipodox Injection can be used in both adults and children. It is given as injection into 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 use reliable contraception during and after 6 months of the treatment.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
USES OF LIPODOX INJECTION
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BENEFIT OF LIPODOX INJECTION
Lipodox Injection helps to treat certain kinds of cancer. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat cancer in various parts of the body. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Lipodox 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 EFFECT OF LIPODOX INJECTION
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine
Common Side Effects Of Lipodox: –
- Nausea.
- Vomiting
- Rash.
- Weakness.
- Low blood platelets.
- Fatigue.
- Fever.
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils).
- Loss of appetite.
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells).
- Constipation.
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth).
- Diarrhea.
- Painful blisters on hands and feet.
SAFETY ADVICE
Lipodox 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. Information regarding the use of Lipodox Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. This injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of this Injection is recommended. Caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease as the information available is limited for use of this medicine in these patients. Lipodox Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lipodox Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of this injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Lipodox Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
