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How can adriamycin (doxorubicin) (used to treat cancer) be fatal?
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Yes: Chemotherapeutic drugs have side effects and can be fatal, particularly if taken/given in excess. Even therapeutic does can contribute to mortality depending on other drug intake and underlying illness.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Heart damage: Adriamycan can cause damage to the heart tissue. It also lowers blood counts which can lead to life threatening infections. Your oncologist can explain how to prevent these problems.
Answered 4/16/2015
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