ingredientBortezomib 3.5mg
substitutesBortenat 3.5mg 1s (TR)
Shipping classRoom Temperature
Medicine Overview by Anukar Pharmacy
( Velcade 3.5mg Injection )
TreatmentVelcade 3.5 mg Injection is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and mantle-cell lymphoma.
Side EffectsLow blood platelets;
Fatigue;
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand);
Psychiatric disturbances;
Nausea;
Vomiting;
Loss of appetite;
Fever;
Anemia (low number of red blood cells);
Diarrhoea;
Decreased appetite;
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils);
Constipation
Fatigue;
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand);
Psychiatric disturbances;
Nausea;
Vomiting;
Loss of appetite;
Fever;
Anemia (low number of red blood cells);
Diarrhoea;
Decreased appetite;
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils);
Constipation
Method of UseYour doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How WorksVelcade 3.5 mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking or slowing the breakdown of proteins in cells. As a result, there is an increase in a number of proteins in the cancer cells leading to their death.
More Info by Anukar Pharmacy
( Velcade 3.5mg Injection )
Suggestions
- Before taking bortezomib, consult your doctor if you have any of the following disease conditions: disease of liver, kidney, heart or infections like fever with rash or genital sores, diabetes, low number of red or white blood cells or bleeding problems.
- Drink plenty of fluids every day during your treatment with bortezomib.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- Consult your doctor if you have signs of serious brain infection such as memory loss, trouble in thinking, difficulty with walking or loss of vision.
- Do not drive or operate machinery after taking bortezomib as it may cause tiredness, dizziness, fainting or blurred vision.
Warning by Anukar Pharmacy
( Velcade 3.5mg Injection )
Special precautions for ( Velcade 3.5mg Injection ) Heads up
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Alcohol
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Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor. | |
Pregnancy
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WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS | Velcade 3.5 mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor. |
Lactation
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caution | Velcade 3.5 mg Injection is unsafe to use during lactation. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breastfeeding is not advisable. |
Driving
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Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Velcade 3.5 mg Injection might cause tiredness, dizziness, fainting, or blurred vision which may affect your ability to drive. |
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Kidney
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Velcade 3.5 mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Velcade 3.5 mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Velcade 3.5 mg Injection in these patients. |
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Liver
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caution | Velcade 3.5 mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Velcade 3.5 mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Suggestion by Anukar Pharmacy on missing a dose
( Velcade 3.5mg Injection )
If you miss a dose of Velcade 3.5 mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Disclaimer
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