Drug reference
idarubicin
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Drug class
Oncology (Cytotoxic Antibiotics)
Mechanism of action
Anthracycline; intercalates between DNA base pairs, inhibits topoisomerase II, which in turn inhibits DNA and RNA synthesis
Common side effects
- Alopecia
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Infection
- Fever
- Hemorrhage
- Stomatitis
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is idarubicin?
idarubicin belongs to: Oncology.
How does idarubicin work?
Anthracycline; intercalates between DNA base pairs, inhibits topoisomerase II, which in turn inhibits DNA and RNA synthesis
What are the common side effects of idarubicin?
Alopecia, Vomiting, Nausea, Infection, Fever, Hemorrhage, Stomatitis
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