IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable)
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IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable)
IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
IDARUBICIN (Injection)
IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
Idamycin PFS
IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Idarubicin (eye-da-ROO-bi-sin) Treats different kinds of leukemia.
When To Not Use IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to idarubicin.
How Should You Use IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable)
Injectable
- This medicine, like all medicines used to treat cancer, is very strong. Make sure you understand why you are getting it and what the risks and benefits of treatment are. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor.
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it will be given.
- Your medicine will be given through a tube put in one of your veins, usually in your arm, wrist, or hand and sometimes in your chest. This is called an intravenous (in-tra-VEEN-us), or IV.
- A nurse or other person trained to give cancer drugs will give your treatments.
- Do not get the medicine on your skin. If this happens wash the area with soap and water, and tell your caregiver. If a dose is missed:
- This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor, home health caregiver, or the clinic where you get your treatments for instructions.
Proper IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Some medicines may become harmful when taken with idarubicin. You should not use any other medicines without asking your doctor.
- You should not use aspirin or any product that has aspirin it (such as some cold medicines) unless you have talked to your doctor.
- Talk to your doctor before getting any vaccines (such as flu shots).
IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- Do not breastfeed while you are being given this medicine.
- If you start to have pain, redness, or swelling where the IV is given tell your health caregiver right away.
- You may get infections more easily while you are getting idarubicin. Stay away from crowds or people with colds, flu, or other infections.
- This medicine may make your mouth sore and irritated. Brush your teeth with a soft-bristle toothbrush or mouth swab.
- Idarubicin can cause nausea and vomiting. Your doctor may prescribe medicine to keep you from feeling sick and throwing up. If the medicine does not help (you can't keep liquids down), call your doctor.
- Do not get pregnant while you or your sexual partner are receiving idarubicin. Use an effective method of birth control while being treated with this medicine.
- If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before you start your treatments.
IDARUBICIN (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Fever, chills, or sore throat
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Severe stomach pain, blood in stools
- Trouble breathing, swelling in feet or legs
- Hives, rash, or severe itching
- Pain, redness, or swelling where the IV is given If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea, stomach cramps
- Hair loss
- Headache
