Lipodox 20mg Injection 10ml (C)

This medicinal injection is prescribed for the treatment of some kinds of cancer, especially for breast cancer cases with increased cardiac risks. This medicine is known to contain Doxorubicin (Liposomal) (2mg/ml). Even though this injection can be given alone for the treatment purpose but is also given together with some other medicines for the purpose of combination chemotherapy.

Benefits:
In cancer:
This injection works to treat and control certain kinds of cancer. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer like change in shape and texture of breasts and blood discharge from the nipples. Alongside this also kills or stops the growth of cancer cells by preventing its multiplication. Apart from these this is also a very potent and toxic medicine so you need to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated while on its dosage.

Side Effects:
There are various side effects associated with the use of this injection. Most of these side effects disappear as your body adjusts with the medicine. But even after continuous usage if they persist then please consult your doctor immediately. Some of the common side effects include:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Rashes
• Weakness and fatigue
• Low blood platelets and RBC counts
• Fever
• Constipation and diarrhea
• Anemia