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Daunorubicin – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: DAUNORUBICIN

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

Price in UAE: AED 7475.00

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 on days 1, 2, and 3 of a 28-day cycle, or as determined by the specific treatment protocol Pediatric dose: | 1.5 mg/kg IV daily for 3 days, or as determined by the specific treatment protocol Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, hair loss, myelosuppression, mucositis, cardiotoxicity Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to daunorubicin or any

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: Cenexi - Laboratoires Thissen S.A., BELGIUM

Package Size

Vial X 10

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 7475.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

30 mg/m² IV on days 1, 2, and 3 of a 28-day cycle, or as determined by the specific treatment protocol

Pediatric Dose

1.5 mg/kg IV daily for 3 days, or as determined by the specific treatment protocol

Side Effects

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

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to daunorubicin or any component of the formulation; pre-existing severe cardiac disease; pregnancy; breastfeeding

Important Warnings

Risk of severe myelosuppression; potential for cardiotoxicity; monitor cardiac function; may cause secondary malignancies; use 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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