Daunomac 20 Injection

Daunorubicin (20mg)

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Daunomac 20 Injection is used for the treatment of blood cancer (leukemia). It works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed.

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 10 Nov 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Daunorubicin (20mg)

Marketer

Admac Pharma Ltd

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Product introduction

Daunomac 20 Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It might be given as a single therapy or in combination with some other medication. 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. You should avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, low platelet count, ulcer, loss of appetite and difficulty while breathing. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped. Your doctor may perform several tests such as blood tests, ECG, and physical examinations both before and during treatment with this medicine.

Uses of Daunomac Injection

Blood cancer

Benefits of Daunomac Injection

Blood cancer
Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Daunomac 20 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 effects of Daunomac Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Daunomac

Nausea
Vomiting
Low blood platelets
Ulcer
Abdominal pain
Loss of appetite
Decreased white blood cell count
Hair loss
Fever
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Fatigue
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Chills
Diarrhea
Mucosal inflammation
Febrile neutropenia
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Breathing problems

How to use Daunomac Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Daunomac Injection works

Daunomac 20 Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.

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Quick tips

Daunomac 20 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.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
You may be monitored with ECG before and after starting the treatment.
Let your doctor know if you experience fever, chills and some kind of infection during the treatment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Daunomac 20 Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Daunomac 20 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.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Daunomac 20 Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Daunomac 20 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Daunomac 20 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Daunomac 20 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Daunomac 20 Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Daunomac 20 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Daunomac 20 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Daunomac 20 Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Is Daunomac 20 Injection a vesicant?

Yes. Daunomac 20 Injection is a vesicant (irritant) and can cause severe tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Daunomac 20 Injection into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected.

What is Daunomac 20 Injection used for?

Daunomac 20 Injection is used in combination with other cancer medications to subside the progression of different types of blood cancers such as cancer of the white blood cells (acute myeloid and acute lymphocytic leukemia).

How is Daunomac 20 Injection administered?

Daunomac 20 Injection comes as a solution or powder to be added to fluid and injected into a vein (intravenous) along with other chemotherapy medications. It is given as an injection by a cancer specialized doctor (oncologist) who is experienced in giving chemotherapy medications for cancer in a hospital or a clinic.

How often is Daunomac 20 Injection given?

The frequency and duration of Daunomac 20 Injection treatment depends on the other chemotherapy medications you are taking, how well your body responds to them, and the type of cancer you have. Your doctor will decide the dose and frequency for you based on different parameters. For any doubts, consult your doctor.

How does Daunomac 20 Injection work?

Daunomac 20 Injection is an anti-cancer drug which belongs to the class of medicines called anthracycline cytotoxic antibiotics. The exact mechanism for its clinical effects is not clear; however multiple mechanisms directly interfering with important DNA processes and cell division are thought to be responsible for slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Anthracycline Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Chu E, Sartorelli AC. Cancer Chemotherapy. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 952.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 362-63.
Daunorubicin hydrochloride. Surrey, UK: Zentiva; 1994 [revised 31 Jul. 2018]. [Accessed 24 Jun. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs.com. Daunorubicin Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Admac Pharma Ltd
Address: SCO 84, Sector 5, Panchkula (Haryana), 134112 INDIA.

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Country of origin: India
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Product introduction

Uses of Daunomac Injection

Benefits of Daunomac Injection

Side effects of Daunomac Injection

How to use Daunomac Injection

How Daunomac Injection works

All substitutes for Daunomac 20 Injection

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Daunomac 20 Injection a vesicant?

What is Daunomac 20 Injection used for?

How is Daunomac 20 Injection administered?

How often is Daunomac 20 Injection given?

How does Daunomac 20 Injection work?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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