BLEOMYCIN

Overview

BLEOMYCIN is a Schedule H antibiotic.
Bleomycin is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. It is used for the treatment of skin, oral cavity, head and neck cancer. Bleomycin is also used to treat Hodgkin’s disease and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, testicular cancer and malignant pleural effusion.

Usage

BLEOMYCIN is generally used to treat: Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma, Testicular Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Hodgkin’s Disease, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3yrs

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

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous),

Precautions

  • Before starting Bleomycin treatment, make sure you tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking. Do not take aspirin, products containing aspirin unless your doctor specifically permits this.
  • Do not receive any kind of immunization or vaccination without your doctor’s approval while taking Bleomycin
  • If you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are receiving Bleomycin.
  • Inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or may be pregnant prior to starting this treatment and do not breast feed while taking Bleomycin.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BLEOMYCIN over-dosage can result in: Skin Irritation, Hair Loss, Mouth Soreness, Tongue Soreness, Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

BLEOMYCIN : Pneumonia, Fibrosis, Fever, Chills, Hair Loss

Serious Side-Effects

BLEOMYCIN : Hypotension, Stroke, Heart Attack, Scleroderma, Confusion, Wheezing, Chest Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Face Numbness, Legs Numbness, Arms Numbness

Rare Side-Effects

BLEOMYCIN : Nausea, Vomit, Weight Loss (unintentional), Decreased Appetite, Mouth Soreness

Technical Classification

BLEOMYCIN is categorized as: ANTIBIOTICS/ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with BLEOMYCIN as Ingredient

BLEOCEL 15IU INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
BLEOCHEM 15IU INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
BLEOCHEM INJBLEOMYCIN 15 IU
BLEOCIN 15MG INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 MG
BLEOCIP 15IU INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
BLEOMYCIN 15MG INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 MG
BLEOMYCIN SULPHATE INJBLEOMYCIN
BLOMIN 15IU INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
ONCOBLEO 15IU INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
TUMOCIN 15MG INJBLEOMYCIN 15.0 MG