Bortezomib Medication Information
Get detailed information on Bortezomib, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Bortezomib provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Bortezomib Pronunciation : bor TEZ oh mib ICD Code : Y43.3 Therapeutic Classification : ChemotherapyTrade Names/Brand Names of Bortezomib
India :
Onbort (2mg) |
Mibor (2mg) |
Borviz |
Bortrac (2mg) |
Bortiva |
Bortrac (3.5mg) |
Onbort (3.5mg) |
Borviz (3.5 mg) |
Mibor (3.5mg)
International :
Velcade
Why is Bortezomib Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antineoplastic agent, prescribed for multiple myeloma and mantle cell lymphoma. It works by killing cancer cells.When should Bortezomib not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Bortezomib?
Adult: IV- 1.3 mg/m2 as bolus on days 1, 4, 8 and 11 of a 21-day cycle, followed by a 10-day rest period (days 12-21).How should Bortezomib be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Bortezomib?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, infection, sugar, fainting, high cholesterol, high or low blood pressure, weakness, alcoholism, kidney or liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Bortezomib?
Blood - Anemia, decrease in white blood cells and platelets.Gastrointestinal - Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, abdominal pain and indigestion.
Central Nervous System - Nerve disease, dizziness, headache, sleeplessness and tingling.
General - Fever, fatigue, weakness and swelling in the extremities.
Infections - Pneumonia and lung infection.
Musculoskeletal - Back pain, pain in extremities and joint pain.
Metabolic - Loss of appetite.
Skin - Rash and itching.
Respiratory - Cough and difficulty in breathing.
Heart - Low or high blood pressure.
