Doxortere 10mg Injection

Like any other chemical based medication, Doxortere 10mg Injection also has certain common side effects. Consult your doctor, if side effects persist for longer period of time.
● Headache
● Cough
● Diarrhea
● Nausea
● Weakness
● Itchy skin or rash
● Shortness of breath
● Decreased appetite
● Infection in the nose or throat
● Fever
● Pain in your muscles, bones, and joints
● Heart problems
● Bone Marrow Supression
● Secondary Leukaemia Risk
● Severe Allergic Reactions

Doxortere 10mg Injection is administered intravenously (In Veins) by a doctor or an experienced nurse. It is advice not to self administer the injection on your own. For personalized dosage ask your doctor about the same. As Dosage is entirely based on the body surface area, type of cancer, its stage as well as patient's overall health.

Doxortere 10mg Injection contains Doxorubicin Hydrochloride that works by inhibiting the enzyme topoisomerase II, which is essential for DNA replication in cancer cells. It also damages DNA and cell membranes leading to cancer cell death.

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