Brand name: Pharmorubicin RD TM
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Active ingredients: epirubicin
What it is used for
PHARMORUBICIN has produced responses in a wide spectrum of neoplastic diseases, and is indicated for the treatment of: breast cancer; gastric cancer; ovarian cancer; small cell lung cancer; lymphoma (non-Hodgkin's lymphoma); advanced/metastatic soft tissue sarcoma; superficial bladder cancer (Tis; Ta). In bladder cancer, PHARMORUBICIN is also indicated in the prophylaxis of recurrence after transurethral resection of stage T1 papillary cancers and stage Ta multifocal papillary cancers (Grade 2 and 3).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
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Visual appearance
Red/orange freeze-dried crystalline powder
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient epirubicin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
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