Bortesam: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bortesam Benefits & Uses

Bortesam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Multiple Myeloma

Other Benefits

Bortesam 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

Bortesam Related Warnings

Is the use of Bortesam safe for pregnant women?

Bortesam can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Bortesam safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Bortesam. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Bortesam on the Kidneys?

Bortesam is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Bortesam on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Bortesam. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bortesam on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Bortesam. 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 Bortesam with Other Drugs

Bortesam 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

Bortesam Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Bortesam

Is this Bortesam habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bortesam is addictive.

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

After taking Bortesam, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Bortesam can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Bortesam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Bortesam is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Bortesam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bortesam

When consumed with certain foods, Bortesam may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Bortesam

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

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)

Bortesam 2mg Injection

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Bortesam Information

Uses

Multiple Myeloma: Bortesam is often used as a first-line treatment in combination with other drugs such as dexamethasone or lenalidomide.

Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL): It is approved for the treatment of MCL in patients who have received at least one prior therapy.

Bortesam inhibits the 26S proteasome, a protein complex involved in breaking down unneeded or damaged proteins. By inhibiting the proteasome, Bortesam induces apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells, disrupting their survival mechanisms.