Caelyx

What is it?

A potent, cytotoxic drug which is a preparation of 2mg of doxorubicin hydrochloride (in pegylated liposomes) per ml of solution, available in vials.

Medical Uses

Kaposi's sarcoma in AIDS patients; advanced cancer of the ovaries where other chemotherapy has failed.

Dosage

Adults: as directed by specialist in cancer treatment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

Special Care

Dosages must be carefully worked out.

Avoid Use

Children less than 18 years.

Known Side Effects

Bone marrow suppression, severe nausea, vomiting, hair loss, other toxic effects.

Manufacturer

Schering-Plough.