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Bortezomib

Drug Class:	Commonly Known As:	Category:
Proteasome Inhibitor	Velcade®	Cancer-related

Bortezomib - What is it for

Bortezomib is a chemotherapy that is used alone or in combination with other agents for the treatment of certain types of cancer.

Bortezomib - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Bortezomib cause?

Early side effects

Nausea and vomiting may occur
There are medications available, which may prevent or decrease these side effects. If you are given these medications, take them as directed.

Delayed side effects

A drop in the blood cell counts may occur 7 to 14 days after treatment
Low blood pressure or dizziness
Diarrhea or constipation
Itch or rash
Muscle or joint pain, weakness
Tiredness
Mild swelling in the limbs
Numbness, tingling or burning sensation in the fingers and toes

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

Fever of 38°C or higher
Excessive diarhea lasting longer than 24 hours
Unusual bleeding, bruising or black tarry stools
Confusion, loss of balance, vision disturbances, reduced strength or weakness in an arm/leg
Shortness of breath or chest pain

Before taking Bortezomib , what precautions must I follow?

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Bortezomib ?

Grapefruit juice, St John’s Wort, green tea or green tea extracts
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) supplements, especially 12 hours before and after bortezomib treatment

Bortezomib - Dosage and How to Use

How should Bortezomib be used?

What should I do if I miss a dose?

What should I do if I overdose?

Bortezomib - Handling

How should I handle Bortezomib safely?

Bortezomib - Storage

How should I store Bortezomib ?

How should I dispose of Bortezomib safely?

Bortezomib - Additional Information

What Bortezomib treats

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