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| Brand | CADILA PHARMACEUTICALS LTD |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CADILA PHARMACEUTICALS LTD |
| Prescription required | Yes |
Bortecad 2.5 Injection
Bortezomib (2.5mg)
Description
Bortecad 2.5 Injection is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and mantle-cell lymphoma. It shows its working by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.Benefits
In Multiple myeloma If you have multiple myeloma, your body is destroying bone faster than it is being replaced. This makes bones weak and painful and more likely to break. Bortecad 2.5 Injection may be prescribed along with other cancer treatments such as chemotherapy. It is an important part of your treatment and increases the survival rate of people with multiple myeloma. This medicine will kill the cancerous cells and prevent their further growth as well as spread to other parts of the body. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective and may be prescribed if you do not have high blood calcium levels. In Mantle-cell lymphoma Mantle-cell lymphoma is a cancer of the white blood cells in our body, also called non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. Bortecad 2.5 Injection helps to restrict cancer growth and also blocks the action of other chemicals that are required for cancer growth and further spread. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Specification
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Bortecad Low blood platelets Fatigue Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand) Psychiatric disturbances Nausea Vomiting Loss of appetite Fever Anemia (low number of red blood cells) Diarrhea Decreased appetite Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils) ConstipationCes informations sont fournies à titre indicatif. Demandez conseil à un professionnel de santé avant d'utiliser un médicament.