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Drug Formulary
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pegylated liposomal DOXOrubicin

Pronunciation: PEG-y-late-ted Lip-o-SO-mal Docs-oh-RUBE-i-sin
Other Name(s): Caelyx®
Appearance: Red coloured liquid mixed into larger bags of fluids

Drug Formulary information is intended for use by healthcare professionals. It is not intended to be medical advice. Some of the information, including information about funding for cancer drugs, does not apply to all patients. Cancer treatment plans are unique to each patient. If you are a patient, please speak with your healthcare team to understand how this information applies to you.

Drug Monograph

Mar 2025
Table of Contents
Eligibility Forms
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Patient Info Sheet

Mar 2025

What it is used for

Pegylated liposomal doxorubicin is used to treat cancers such as breast, ovary, HIV-positive Kaposi sarcoma, and others



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