Epirubicin Hydrochloride This page contains brief information about epirubicin hydrochloride and a collection of links to more information about the use of this drug, related research results, and ongoing clinical trials. US Brand Name(s): | ![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20090829233014im_/http://www.cancer.gov/images/spacer.gif) | Ellence | ![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20090829233014im_/http://www.cancer.gov/images/spacer.gif) | ![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20090829233014im_/http://www.cancer.gov/images/spacer.gif) | FDA Approved: | ![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20090829233014im_/http://www.cancer.gov/images/spacer.gif) | Yes |
Epirubicin hydrochloride is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat early-stage breast cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes under the arm. It is used together with other chemotherapy after breast cancer surgery.
Epirubicin hydrochloride is also being studied in the treatment of other types of cancer. Information from the NCIDefinition from the NCI Drug Dictionary - Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug.
Clinical Trial Results: Taxane Combinations Marginally Better than Anthracyclines for Metastatic Breast Cancer (05/21/2008) - Important clinical trial results for this drug, background information, and how the trial was done.
Clinical Trial Results: Anthracyclines Improve Survival for HER2-Positive, But Not HER2-Negative, Breast Cancer (01/30/2008) - Important clinical trial results for this drug, background information, and how the trial was done.
Clinical Trial Results: Chemotherapy Before Surgery May Increase Survival in Stomach Cancer (07/09/2007) - Important clinical trial results for this drug, background information, and how the trial was done.
Information from the National Library of Medicine (NLM)
MedlinePlus Information on Epirubicin Hydrochloride - A lay language summary of important information about this drug that may include the following:
- warnings about this drug,
- what this drug is used for and how it is used,
- what you should tell your doctor before using this drug,
- what you should know about this drug before using it,
- other drugs that may interact with this drug, and
- possible side effects.
Drugs are often studied to find out if they can help treat or prevent conditions other than the ones they are approved for. This NLM patient information sheet applies only to approved uses of the drug. However, much of the information may also apply to unapproved uses that are being studied. Clinical TrialsClinical Trials for Epirubicin Hydrochloride - Check for trials from NCI's PDQ Cancer Clinical Trials Registry now accepting patients.
Important: The drug information on this Web page is meant to be educational. It is not a substitute for medical advice. The information may not cover all possible uses, actions, interactions, or side effects of this drug, or precautions to be taken while using it. Please see your health care professional for more information about your specific medical condition and the use of this drug.
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