DaunoXome

Maker:
Galen

What it does:
Treats advanced HIV-related Kaposi’s sarcoma

Traditional dosage:
Injected intravenously at a strength of 40 mg per square meter of body surface area every two weeks

Drug interactions, precautions, & recommendations:
Do not use in patients with less than advanced KS.

Side effects:
Most serious: suppression of the bone marrow’s production of blood cells and platelets; patients should have regular blood counts Other: back pain, flushing, chest tightness