Borteshil is an antineoplastic (anti-cancer) medication that belongs to the class of proteasome inhibitors. It is primarily used for the treatment of multiple myeloma and mantle cell lymphoma. By disrupting cellular processes, it helps to prevent cancer cells from growing and multiplying.
Borteshil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Borteshil is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Borteshil safe for pregnant women?
Borteshil has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Borteshil without medical advice.
Is the use of Borteshil safe during breastfeeding?
Borteshil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Borteshil on the Kidneys?
Borteshil does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Borteshil on the Liver?
Borteshil may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Borteshil on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Borteshil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Borteshil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Borteshil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Borteshil habit forming or addictive?
Borteshil does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Borteshil as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Borteshil only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Borteshil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Borteshil
Borteshil may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Borteshil
Information about the interaction of Borteshil and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Velcade® (bortezomib)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Bortezomib Aft (Bortezomib)
