Management Tips for Side Effects

Questions to ask your doctor about DOXIL®

If you or a loved one is being treated with DOXIL®, it is only natural that you have concerns about side effects.

DOXIL®—like all chemotherapy treatments—affects both cancer cells and normal cells. That is what causes side effects. What you might not know is that there are steps you can take to help manage many of the common side effects of DOXIL®.

In this section, you will find tips that may help you manage certain side effects. Talk to your doctor or nurse about which ones may be best for you.

In This Section

  • Hand-Foot Syndrome

    Consider simple changes in daily activities that may help manage this side effect. Learn more

  • Low Red Blood Cell Counts

    Understand why you may feel tired a lot. Learn more

  • Stomatitis

    Recognize and help control symptoms with oral care and adjustments to your diet. Learn more

  • Low Platelet Counts

    Be aware that cuts may take longer to stop bleeding and that you may bruise more easily. Learn more

  • Low White Blood Cell Counts

    Be aware that you are at increased risk of infections. Learn more

  • Nausea and Vomiting

    New eating habits may reduce or avoid symptoms. Learn more