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Daunorubicin – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: Daunoblastin

Strength: 20 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion

Price in UAE: AED 173.65

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Daunorubicin

Class: | Anthracycline antibiotic, antineoplastic agent Use: | Treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL); used in combination with other chemotherapy agents Adult dose: | Typically, 30 mg/m² IV on days 1, 2, and 3 of a 28-day cycle, adjusted based on clinical response and toxicity Pediatric dose: | 1.5 to 2.5 mg/m² IV daily for 3 days, depending on the specific protocol and patient condition Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, hair loss, myelosuppress

Drug Class

Anthracycline antibiotic, antineoplastic agent

Uses & Indications

Treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL); used in combination with other chemotherapy agents

Storage Requirements

Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Pfizer, AUSTRIA

Package Size

1's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 173.65

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Typically, 30 mg/m² IV on days 1, 2, and 3 of a 28-day cycle, adjusted based on clinical response and toxicity

Pediatric Dose

1.5 to 2.5 mg/m² IV daily for 3 days, depending on the specific protocol and patient condition

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, hair loss, myelosuppression, cardiotoxicity, mucositis, and potential for secondary malignancies

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to daunorubicin or any component of the formulation; severe myocardial insufficiency; pre-existing bone marrow suppression; active infections

Important Warnings

Risk of severe myelosuppression; cardiotoxicity may occur, especially in patients with pre-existing heart conditions; monitor cardiac function; potential for extravasation injury; use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Daunorubicin available in UAE pharmacies:

CERUBIDINE 20 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion CERUBIDINE 20 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion DAUNOBLASTINA 20 mg Solution For Injection DAUNOBLASTINA 20 mg Solution For Injection DAUNORUBICIN 20 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion Daunoblastin 20 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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