Zavedos

Zavedos 10 mg injection delivers idarubicin, an anthracycline that fights cancer by interfering with DNA replication in rapidly dividing cells, slowing or stopping tumor growth. Administered intravenously by healthcare professionals, it’s used for advanced breast cancer when initial treatments fail and for acute leukemia to target abnormal blood cells. Its targeted action helps address aggressive cancers but requires careful monitoring due to its potency.

Primary Uses

• Treats advanced breast cancer after first-line therapy failure.
• Manages acute leukemia (e.g., acute myeloid leukemia).

Indications

Used for advanced breast cancer in adults when other treatments are ineffective and for acute leukemia to reduce abnormal cell proliferation.

Side Effects

Some may experience hair loss, skin rash, stomach upset, headache, nausea, vomiting, bone marrow suppression (low blood cell counts), or heart issues. Contact your doctor if severe or persistent.

Warnings

• Pregnancy: Avoid unless no safer options exist—may harm the fetus. Consult your doctor.
• Lactation: Not recommended; discuss alternatives with your doctor.
• Driving: Avoid driving, as it may cause dizziness or fatigue.
• Heart/Liver Monitoring: Requires regular heart and liver function tests due to potential toxicity.

Precautions

• Use cautiously in patients with liver impairment or heart conditions.
• Monitor blood counts regularly due to risk of bone marrow suppression.
• Avoid live vaccines during treatment, as immunity may be compromised.
• Report signs of infection, bruising, or fatigue immediately.

Contraindications

Avoid if:

• Allergic to idarubicin or other anthracyclines.
• You have severe heart failure, recent heart attack, or severe liver/kidney dysfunction.
• Combined with other anthracyclines due to increased toxicity risk.

How to Use

Administered intravenously by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting, typically as part of a chemotherapy regimen. Dosage and frequency depend on the condition and patient response—follow your doctor’s protocol.

Storage

Store at 2-8°C (refrigerated), away from light and heat, in its original vial. Keep out of children’s reach. Handled by medical staff only.

Quick Tips

• Stay hydrated and follow your doctor’s diet advice during treatment.
• Report fever, unusual bleeding, or heart palpitations immediately.
• Avoid contact with infections due to lowered immunity.
• Attend all follow-up tests for heart, liver, and blood monitoring.

Disclaimer

This information is for general guidance only. Consult a doctor for personalized advice on side effects, precautions, or interactions, as individual needs vary.