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Primary Uses

Breast Cancer

Indications

This drug can be used as adjuvant (additional) therapy for primary breast cancer.

Side Effects

This drug may cause myelosuppression (blood problems), cardiotoxicity (heart problems), alopecia (hair loss), mucositis (inflammation), Gl disturbances(upset stomach)

Warnings

Pregnancy

Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Lactation

Rsearch suggests that this medicine should be avoided by women who are breastfeeding.

Driving

Please avoid driving when taking this medicine as it may affect your ability to drive.

Alcohol

Please avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine.

Precautions

While taking this medicine, take the following precautions: Monitor blood counts , Cardiac function (heart function) and uric acid levels , Evaluate liver function prior to and during therapy.

Contraindications

FAQS

What is epirubicin used for?

It is used in treatment of cancers.

Epirubicin is said to be a vesicant substance; what does it mean?

It means that epirubicin is a substance that has the potential to seep out of the blood vessels and cause blistering in tissues.

How is this medicine taken?

It is taken intravenously (within the vein) and under the supervision of a medical facilitator only.

Does it result in any disturbance in the body, if so then what should be done about it?

Epirubicin is reported to affect blood cell count and liver functions soon after the patient starts to use it, hence some lab tests are regularly performed for its sake. Incentives are taken if any disturbance is found.

Is it okay to walk or perform any exercise immediately after consuming the drug?

No, it is not. The drug is reported to make one dizzy and lose focus for some time after it is consumed. You are advised to wait for a few hours before resuming such activities.

Disclaimer

Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.

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