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Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is an anti-cancer medicine used to treat cancer. It contains Doxorubicin, which belongs to the class of anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitors. It inhibits the topoisomerase II enzyme by intercalating the DNA base pairs; this causes double-helix DNA to be uncoiled, destroying DNA and RNA synthesis. Thus, it treats cancer.

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Synonym :

DOXORUBICIN HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition :

DOXORUBICIN-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Oncostar Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Adrimos 10 Injection 1's

Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is an anti-cancer medicine used in the treatment of cancer. Cancer is a disease where the cells grow abnormally and divide uncontrollably. Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is primarily used as adjuvant chemotherapy in women with axillary lymph nodes with involvement resection of breast cancer (abnormal growth in the cells of the breast). It is also used to treat neuroblastoma (cancer that starts in nerve cells and primarily affects children) and Wilms' tumor (a form of kidney cancer that affects children).

Adrimos 10 Injection 1's contains Doxorubicin, which belongs to the class of anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitors. It inhibits the topoisomerase II enzyme by intercalating the DNA base pairs. This causes double helix DNA to be uncoiled, destroying DNA and RNA synthesis.

Adrimos 10 Injection 1's may cause certain side effects such as nausea, headache, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, dizziness, mouth sores, tiredness, back pain, red discoloration of urine, diarrhea, and pain at the site of injection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. A trained healthcare doctor will administer Adrimos 10 Injection 1's. So, do not self-administer. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on your health condition.

Adrimos 10 Injection 1's should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components of this medicine. It is contraindicated in patients having severe myocardial insufficiency, a recent history of myocardial infarction (MI), severe persistent drug-induced myelosuppression, and severe liver disease. Hence, if you have any such conditions, inform your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have any cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, or taking any CYP3A4 or CYP2D6 inducers medication, as it can cause adverse effects. Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity. Hence, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor beforehand.

Uses of Adrimos 10 Injection 1's

Treatment of Breast Cancer

Medicinal Benefits

Adrimos 10 Injection 1's contains Doxorubicin, which belongs to the class of anthracycline topoisomerase inhibitors. It inhibits the topoisomerase II enzyme by intercalating the DNA base pairs. This causes double helix DNA to be uncoiled, thereby destroying the DNA and RNA synthesis. Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is also used in the treatment of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, acute myeloblastic leukaemia, Hodgkin lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, metastatic breast cancer, metastatic Wilms’ tumour, metastatic neuroblastoma, metastatic soft tissue sarcoma, metastatic bone sarcomas, metastatic ovarian carcinoma, metastatic transitional cell bladder carcinoma, metastatic thyroid carcinoma, metastatic gastric carcinoma, metastatic bronchogenic carcinoma.

Side Effects of Adrimos 10 Injection 1's

  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Back pain
  • Pain at the site of injection
  • Red discolouration of urine
  • Loss of appetite
  • Mouth sores
  • Tiredness
  • Weight gain

Directions for Use

A trained healthcare professional will administer Adrimos 10 Injection 1's. Hence, do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Adrimos 10 Injection 1's should be avoided if you are allergic to it. It is contraindicated in patients having severe myocardial insufficiency, a recent history of myocardial infarction (MI), severe persistent drug-induced myelosuppression and severe liver disease. Hence avoid using this medicine under such conditions. Inform your doctor if you have any cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, or taking any CYP3A4 or CYP2D6 inducers medication, as it can cause serious adverse effects. Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity. Hence it is contraindicated in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Do not stop receiving Adrimos 10 Injection 1's without a doctor’s advice, as it can cause serious health conditions. Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is known to cause secondary malignancies, tissue necrosis, cardiomyopathy and septic shock in some patients. Hence careful monitoring of the patient is needed while receiving the medicine.

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Meditation and yoga have been proven very effective in helping cancer patients maintain a healthy attitude and body.
  • Eat more lean meats, healthy fats, fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain foods to give you more energy. 
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, as dehydration is often seen in cancers.
  • Taking a stroll in the garden or spending 30 minutes of your time doing some light physical activity can be very useful. However, do not over-exert yourself if you feel too tired. 
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Adrimos 10 Injection 1's

Since Adrimos 10 Injection 1's is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. In a medical setting, an overdose would be treated quickly. Overdose of Adrimos 10 Injection 1's may cause sores in the mouth and throat, fever, sore throat, chills, or other signs of infection, unusual bleeding or bruising, black and tarry stools, red blood in stools, and bloody vomit or vomited material that looks like coffee grounds.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

LOWER LEVEL-6, LL-6 HI LIFE, P.M. STREET, SANTACRUZ (WEST) , MUMBAI, Maharashtra, India - 400054
Other Info - ADR0101

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