Liposomal means that the drug is put inside tiny bules of fat. These fat bules should take more of the drug to where it s needed, and reduce side effects. Side effects This drug causes additive bone marrow depression in combination with other cancer treatments and radiation. It should not be given if you are pregnant or breast feeding. If there is liver impairment, dosage must be reduced, and if you have had previous radiation, your skin may be aggravated at the site.
Hair loss is possible.
The drug can make your urine appear red for 1-2 days. Dosage Doxorubicin is given intravenously. How long it may take to work The effectiveness of treatment can be seen by decrease in size or spread of malignancies in solid tumors, or improvement of hematologic status in leukemias. Managing side effects Notify your doctor promptly if you have fever, sore throat, signs of infection, bleeding gums, bruising, blood in stools or urine, and increased fatigue. Avoid crowds and persons with known infections.