Velcade 1 Injection Information

Velcade 1 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. Velcade 1 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Velcade 1 Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Velcade 1 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Velcade 1 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Velcade 1 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Velcade 1 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Velcade 1 Injection related warnings section.

Velcade 1 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Velcade 1 Injection in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Other contraindications of Velcade 1 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Velcade 1 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Velcade 1 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Velcade Benefits & Uses
Velcade Dosage & How to Take
Velcade Side Effects
Velcade Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Velcade with Other Drugs
Velcade Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Velcade
Velcade Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Velcade 1 Injection Benefits & Uses

Velcade 1 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Velcade 1 Injection 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

Velcade 1 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Velcade 1 Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Velcade 1 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Velcade should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Velcade 1 Injection on the Kidneys?

Velcade does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Velcade 1 Injection on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Velcade 1 Injection on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Velcade. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Velcade 1 Injection with Other Drugs

Velcade 1 Injection 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

Velcade 1 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Velcade 1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Velcade 1 Injection

Is this Velcade 1 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Velcade 1 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Velcade 1 Injection as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Velcade 1 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Velcade 1 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Velcade 1 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Velcade 1 Injection

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Velcade 1 Injection to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Velcade 1 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Velcade 1 Injection.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 234-235

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 871

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)

Velcade 1 Injection