BENDAMUSTINE

Overview

BENDAMUSTINE is a Schedule G drug.
Bendamustine is a medication is use to trear non hodgkin’s lymphoma and lymphocytic leukemia. It works by killing existing cancer cells and limting the growth of cancer cells.

Usage

BENDAMUSTINE is generally used to treat: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Leukemia
BENDAMUSTINE can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Face Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

Precautions should be exercised in the patients with the history of types of acnce, Bone marrow depression, Kidney or liver infections.
It may reduce platelet count. Avoid brusing.
Avoid live vaccinations during treatment period.
Monitor liver function, Kidney function, Uric acid level, complete blood count while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BENDAMUSTINE over-dosage can result in: Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

BENDAMUSTINE : Vomiting, Thrombocytopenia, Neutropenia, Stomatitis, Dyspepsia, Anorexia Nervosa, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Chest Pain, Cough, Fever, Chills, Head Headache, Nausea, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

BENDAMUSTINE : Dry Mouth, Abdominal Pain, Candidiasis, Amenorrhoea, Epididymitis, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Skin Irritation, Eyes Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

BENDAMUSTINE : Infertility, Hepatitis, Pulmonary Fibrosis Granuloma, Hemorrhage, Dizziness, Legs Pain, Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body

Food Interactions

Caffeine may increase the blood levels of bendamustine which eventually causes bone marrow depression, Anaemia and bleeding problems.

Disease Interactions

BENDAMUSTINE can interfere with: Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Myeloma

Technical Classification

BENDAMUSTINE is categorized as: ALKYLATING AGENTS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with BENDAMUSTINE as Ingredient

BEMUSTIN 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
BENDIT 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
BENDIT INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100 MG
BENZZ 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
BIMODE 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
CYTOMUSTINE 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
MAXTORIN 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
MUSTIN 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
PURPLZ 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG
ZUMUSTIN 100MG INJ	BENDAMUSTINE 100.0 MG