Anti-neoplastic drugs(Antibiotics)
names
mitoxantrone
daunorubicin
doxorubicin
dactinomycin
bleomycin
mechanism of action
Antineoplastic antibiotic affects DNA synthesis and replication by inserting into DNA strands or by producing superoxide that cause breakage in DNA strands and prevent the tumorous or cancerous cells to divide further
contraindications
pregnant and nursing women
Women of childbearing age should use barrier contraceptives when these drugs are being taken
indications
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Acute Nonlymphocytic Leukemia
side effects
nausea
diarrhea
vomiting
loss of appetite
reduce the count of blood cells in the body
route of administration
intravenous infusion
intravenous injection
storage condition
Room Temperature
Refrigerate