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Daunorubicin – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: DAUNOBLASTINA

Strength: 20 mg | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 335.99

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Daunorubicin

Class: | Anthracycline antibiotic Use: | Treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) Adult dose: | 30 mg/m² IV bolus on days 1, 2, and 3 of a 7-day cycle; may vary based on protocol Pediatric dose: | 1.5 to 3 mg/m² IV bolus, typically on days 1, 2, and 3 of a treatment cycle Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, hair loss, myelosuppression, cardiotoxicity, mucositis Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to daunorubicin or other anthracyclines, severe my

Drug Class

Anthracycline antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

Storage Requirements

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

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Bedford Ben Venue Laboratories, U.S.A

Package Size

1 Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 335.99

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

30 mg/m² IV bolus on days 1, 2, and 3 of a 7-day cycle; may vary based on protocol

Pediatric Dose

1.5 to 3 mg/m² IV bolus, typically on days 1, 2, and 3 of a treatment cycle

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, hair loss, myelosuppression, cardiotoxicity, mucositis

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to daunorubicin or other anthracyclines, severe myocardial insufficiency, active infections, pregnancy

Important Warnings

Risk of severe myelosuppression, cardiotoxicity, and secondary malignancies; monitor cardiac function; use caution in patients with liver 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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See also: Other Anthracycline antibiotic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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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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