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Adropeg 20mg Injection
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Introduction to Adropeg 20mg Injection
Adropeg 20mg Injection is a chemotherapy drug which contains doxorubicin. It belongs to the medication class known as cytotoxic agents. It treats many types of cancers, such as lung, breast, blood, bladder, stomach, etc. It may be given alone or in combination with other anticancer medicines. Cancer is a condition in which cells multiply uncontrolled and abnormally.
Before starting treatment with Adropeg 20mg Injection, it is very important to tell your physician if you have or have had any history of severe heart disorders, liver disorders, and hypersensitivity.
Notify your doctor if you are taking or have ever received certain cancer chemotherapy medications. Avoid live vaccines during treatment.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this may cause harm to the unborn baby, and use effective birth control during the treatment with this medication.
Adropeg 20mg Injection may reduce fertility temporarily in men. So, it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns from your doctor. Discuss with your physician if you are on a salt-controlled diet because Adropeg 20mg Injection contains sodium. Do not stop taking this medication without talking to your physician first.
Uses of Adropeg 20mg Injection
Adropeg 20mg Injection is used in the treatment of the following:
- Breast cancer
- Lung cancer
- Malignant lymphomas
- Certain types of leukaemia
Therapeutic Effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection
Adropeg 20mg Injection works by targeting the DNA inside cancer cells. It inserts itself between the DNA strands, causing damage that disrupts the cell's normal function and leads to cell death. It can also affect the membranes around the cell's nucleus, which helps to destroy the cancer cells more effectively.
Interaction of Adropeg 20mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications such as Trastuzumab, Verapamil, Phenobarbital, Phenytoin, Cyclosporine, Sorafenib, and Paclitaxel may interact with Adropeg 20mg Injection and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Adropeg 20mg Injection
- Keep Adropeg 20mg Injection out of sight and out of reach of children.
- Store refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze.
How to consume Adropeg 20mg Injection
Adropeg 20mg Injection is administered as an intravenous infusion into the vein. If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.
Safety Advice for Adropeg 20mg Injection
Breast Feeding
Stop breastfeeding before starting treatment with Adropeg 20mg Injection as the active ingredient may pass into the breast milk and can harm the child. Notify your physician if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Adropeg 20mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Inform your physician if you have any liver disorders before taking Adropeg 20mg Injection because this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders. Dose adjustment may be required.
Lungs
It is unknown if patients with lung conditions can consume Adropeg 20mg Injection. So, before beginning the treatment, consult your doctor if you have any lung conditions.
Driving
Adropeg 20mg Injection may cause side effects that could impair your driving ability. Avoid driving if you are unwell.
Pregnancy
Adropeg 20mg Injection may harm the unborn baby. You need to tell your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine.
Side Effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious side effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection are:
- Low white blood cell count
- Severe allergic reaction (shortness of breath, dizziness, itchy rash, tightness in chest or throat)
- Decreased activity in the bone marrow
- Increase the level of liver enzyme
Common side effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection are:
- Lack of appetite
- Nausea, vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Hair loss
- Swelling in the mouth and ankle
- Numbness, pain, tingling, swelling, or reddening in the palms and feet
- Weight gain
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Red or watery eyes, excess tear production
Word of Advice
Discuss your fertility problem with the doctor since Adropeg 20mg Injection medicine may reduce fertility temporarily in men. So it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns. Avoid planning for the pregnancy. If you experience any symptoms mentioned as a side effect, consult your doctor immediately. Notify your doctor immediately if you took any live vaccines and other medications before it might reduce the effectiveness of this medicine and may cause side effects. Inform your doctor if you have or had any history of heart disease or severe liver problems because this medicine is contraindicated to such conditions.
FAQs about Adropeg 20mg Injection
Q1.
One of my friends is taking Adropeg 20mg Injection, facing unusual hair loss. Is that normal?
Hair loss is one of the very common side effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection. In fact, bread growth may stop in men consuming this medicine, which eventually regrows when the treatment cycle ends.
Q2.
Can I reduce the side effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection?
You can do several things to reduce the side effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection, such as staying hydrated, eating a healthy diet, getting plenty of rest, and avoiding activities that may cause injury or infection.
Q3.
I feel a sudden increase in my heartbeat. Is this because of the Adropeg 20mg Injection intake? Should I inform my doctor about this?
The condition called arrhythmia, which is irregular heartbeats, is a very common side effect while taking Adropeg 20mg Injection. You may feel a sudden increase in pulse rate. Inform your doctor if you have or had any history of heart problems before starting the treatment.
Q4.
How long does it take for Adropeg 20mg Injection to work?
The time it takes for Adropeg 20mg Injection to work depends on the type and stage of the cancer being treated and other factors, such as the patient's overall health and response to the drug.
Q5.
Will Adropeg 20mg Injection affect my ability to work or carry out daily activities?
The side effects of Adropeg 20mg Injection can vary from person to person, but they may affect your ability to work or carry out daily activities. It is important to discuss any concerns you have with your doctor.
Q6.
What types of cancer is Adropeg 20mg Injection used to treat?
Adropeg 20mg Injection treats a wide range of cancers, including breast, ovarian, lung, and lymphomas.
Fact Box of Adropeg 20mg Injection
| Molecule name: Doxorubicin | Therapeutic class: Anti-Cancer |
| Pharmacological class: Cytotoxic agents | Indication: Treatment of 1. Malignant lymphomas 2. Certain types of leukaemia 3. Breast cancer 4. Lung cancer |
References
1. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Cytotoxic agents, 12th edition, 2011, 1714.
2. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Anticancer drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 867.
3 .Pfizer Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [Revised on Feb 2021], [ Accessed on 25 Mar 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6184.pdf
4 .Bedford Laboratories, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on April 2013], [ Accessed on 25 Mar 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/050467s073lbl.pdf
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Written By
Dr. Vijayalakshmi N.
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Tejashwin Adiga
MBBS
Last updated : 31 Mar 2026 | 09:29 AM (IST)
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