Bortezomib Benefits & Uses

Bortezomib is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bortezomib Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 Weekly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Multiple Myeloma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 Weekly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bortezomib Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bortezomib is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Diarrhoea
Peripheral Neuropathy
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
पेट दर्द
Rash

Moderate

Bone Pain
Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)

Mild

Back Pain

Bortezomib Related Warnings

Is the use of Bortezomib safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Bortezomib. If you are pregnant, do not take Bortezomib without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Bortezomib safe during breastfeeding?

Bortezomib may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Bortezomib on the Kidneys?

Bortezomib does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Bortezomib on the Liver?

Bortezomib 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bortezomib on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Bortezomib. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Bortezomib with Other Drugs

Bortezomib should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Phenobarbital

Clozapine

Clonazepam

Infliximab

Moderate

Ergotamine

Carbamazepine

Nitrofurantoin

Bortezomib Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bortezomib unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dehydration
Peripheral Neuropathy
Heart Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Anemia
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Bortezomib

Is this Bortezomib habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Bortezomib.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Bortezomib you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Bortezomib only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Bortezomib in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Bortezomib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bortezomib

Taking Bortezomib with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Bortezomib

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bortezomib with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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)

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