Bleomax Injection
Made by
KHANDELWAL LABORATORIES LTD
Dosage
INJECTION
Product Summary
| Uses | Cancer treatment |
| Therapy | Anti-neoplastic |
| Side effects | Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, tiredness |
Assurance
available
Regulated
Medical Description
injection is a medicine used to treat different types of cancer, including cancers of the skin, head, neck, oesophagus, voice box, cervix, penis, testicles, lymph nodes (like Hodgkin’s disease), and a rare skin cancer called mycosis fungoides. It’s usually given in combination with surgery or radiation to improve results and help manage symptoms.
This medicine works by damaging the DNA in cancer cells, stopping them from growing and spreading. It helps slow the disease down and makes the cancer more responsive to other treatments. It is given by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic, and you should not try to use it on your own.
Some people may experience side effects such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weight loss, or loss of appetite. In rare cases, it can cause lung problems, especially in people who smoke, have had radiation therapy, or are over 70 years old. If you experience symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, or trouble breathing, please notify your doctor immediately.
injection can interact with other medicines, such as cisplatin, G-CSF, and certain cancer treatments, which may increase the risk of lung problems. It may also affect the way other medications, such as digoxin or phenytoin, work. Always inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.
This medicine should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless clearly advised by your doctor. It is important to attend all scheduled appointments, as you will be closely monitored. If you miss a dose or experience any unusual symptoms, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to bleomycin or any other ingredients of injection.
- If you have an acute pulmonary infection or greatly reduced lung function.
Side effects
- Anorexia
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Tiredness
- Weight loss
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience coughing, chest pain, or difficulty breathing while using this medication.
- You notice any skin changes or rashes during treatment.
- You are having surgery, as special precautions may be necessary due to this medication.
- You have lung disease, or problems with your kidneys or liver, before starting this medication.
- You have had previous radiation therapy or chemotherapy, especially involving the chest area.
- You smoke or have a history of lung issues.
- You are taking other cancer treatments, particularly cisplatin or medications that affect the immune system.
- You are over 70 years of age so that you may need additional monitoring during treatment.
- You experience severe allergic reactions, such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing, especially after the first or second dose.
- You miss any doses or experience any side effects during treatment.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store injection below 25°C, protect it from direct sunlight.
- Do not store above 25°C or freeze.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- Discard the unused medicine.
Dosage
Overdose
- injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely that you may get an overdose of the medicine.
- Symptoms of overdose may include an acute reaction, which would probably include hypotension, fever, rapid pulse and general symptoms of shock. If you experience symptoms right after taking the medication, seek medical help.
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Using general anaesthesia or oxygen after bleomycin treatment may increase the risk of lung damage.
- Radiation therapy, especially to the chest, can make bleomycin more toxic and may require dose adjustment.
- Taking bleomycin with other cancer medicines may increase the risk of lung-related side effects, even at lower doses.
- Using bleomycin as part of combination cancer treatment may lead to lung problems; close monitoring is needed.
- Taking bleomycin with G-CSF (a medicine that boosts white blood cells) might raise the risk of lung toxicity.
- Cisplatin can reduce kidney function, leading to a slower removal of bleomycin from the body and an increased risk of side effects.
- Bleomycin may reduce the effectiveness of digoxin by decreasing its absorption in the stomach.
- Bleomycin may decrease the level of phenytoin in the blood, potentially reducing its effectiveness.
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Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Bleomax Injection will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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