FARMORUBICIN RD 50 INJECTION

Farmorubicin RD 50mg Injection is used in the treatment of various types of cancers of blood, breast, stomach, lung, ovaries and soft tissues. It also helps to prevent the recurrence of bladder cancer after surgery. It is given as a drip or infusion vein with extreme caution by a qualified medical professional. It can be used alone, or sometimes given together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It makes contraceptive pills less effective, so it advised to both male and female to use reliable contraception during the treatment.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, low blood platelets, hair loss, absence of menstrual periods, fever and rash. It is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Infections can sometimes be life threatening. Regular blood tests are required to monitor your blood cells along with kidney, liver and heart function during treatment with this medicine.Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, or have heart problem. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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medicationDosage & Packaging Details

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Dosage Form

Injection

Manufacturer

Pfizer Limited

Administration

Injection Route

Prescription

prescription

action class: Cytotoxic Alkaloidshabit forming: Notherapeutic class: ANTI NEOPLASTICS

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check_circleUses & Indications

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Cancer

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arrow_rightFarmorubicin RD 50mg Injection is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of various types of cancers.
arrow_rightIt is given through a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) by a doctor or nurse.
arrow_rightIt may make you feel tired or sleepy. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
arrow_rightUse a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for 6 months after stopping treatment.
arrow_rightYour doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells, liver, and heart function during treatment with this medicine.
arrow_rightInform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat or rash.

scienceMechanism of Action (How it works)

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Farmorubicin RD 50mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the breast cancer cells. It also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause DNA damage. This slows the growth of breast cancer cells and eventually kills them.

infoDirections for Use (How to Use)

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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

historyMissed Dose Instructions

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If you miss a dose of Farmorubicin RD 50mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

warningSide Effects

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Dehydration
Fever
Wbc
Itching
Lips
Mouth
Shortness of breath
Liver enlargement
Or lungs
Dizziness
Weakness
Fainting

helpFrequently Asked Questions

Is Farmorubicin RD 50mg Injection a vesicant (agent that causes tissue blistering and damage)?

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Yes, Farmorubicin RD 50mg Injection is a vesicant; it may cause tissue blistering if it leaks out of the vein.

How effective is Farmorubicin RD 50mg Injection?

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Farmorubicin RD 50mg Injection is effective in the treatment of various cancers including cancer of the breast, ovary, stomach, lung, bowel or rectum, malignant lymphomas (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood) such as Hodgkin's disease and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, leukemia (blood cancer), multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood). It may be used in bladder cancers and to prevent reoccurrence of bladder cancer after surgery. It effectively slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in the body.

Editorial & Medical Review

The information on this page has been compiled and reviewed by healthcare professionals and data editors to ensure accuracy. It is for informational and price-comparison purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.

Written By

MediSaathi Editorial Team

Last Updated

June 21, 2026

Regularly reviewed

Data Sources & Citations

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) — Government of IndiaView Source
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) — Government of IndiaView Source
Jan Aushadhi Scheme — Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana — Government of IndiaView Source

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