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Anthracyclines

Anthracyclines are used to treat leukemia, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, lung cancer, neuroblastoma, soft tissue sarcoma, Hodgkin's disease, Kaposi's sarcoma, and multiple myeloma. They work by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.

Why are anthracyclines prescribed?

  1. Lung Cancer (10%)
  2. Soft Tissue Sarcoma (10%)
  3. Thyroid Cancer (10%)
  4. Stomach Cancer (10%)
  5. Bladder Cancer (10%)
  6. Hodgkin Lymphoma (10%)
  7. Leukemia (10%)
  8. Breast Cancer (10%)
  9. Ovarian Cancer (10%)
  10. Neuroblastoma (10%)

Key takeaways

Anthracyclines are used to treat various types of cancer, including breast cancer, leukemia, and lymphoma. These medications work by interfering with the DNA inside cancer cells, which stops them from growing and dividing. Anthracyclines come in different forms, primarily as injectable solutions. Examples include doxorubicin (Adriamycin), epirubicin (Ellence), and valrubicin (Valstar). You can discuss with your healthcare provider which form and medication are best for your treatment plan.

Prices for popular Anthracyclines medications
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Adriamycin (doxorubicin)

as low as$16
DOXORUBICIN treats some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Doxil (doxorubicin)

as low as$16
DOXORUBICIN LIPOSOMAL treats some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Ellence (epirubicin)

as low as$206
EPIRUBICIN treats some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Valstar (valrubicin)

as low as$1,187
VALRUBICIN is a chemotherapy drug. It is used to treat bladder cancer.\n \nThis medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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Vyxeos

as low as$10,312
DAUNORUBICIN; CYTARABINE LIPOSOMAL treats leukemia. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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