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Generic Bortezomib Injection | Natco Pharma (IN) | 3.5mg | 1 vial | $850.00 | |
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Generic Bortezomib Injection | Natco Pharma (IN) | 3.5mg | 2 vials | $1,650.00 | |
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Generic Bortezomib Injection | Natco Pharma (IN) | 3.5mg | 3 vials | $2,399.00 | |
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Generic Bortezomib Injection | Natco Pharma (IN) | 3.5mg | 6 vials | $4,500.00 | |
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Velcade Injection | Johnson & Johnson (TR) | 3.5mg | 1 vial | $1,395.00 | |
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Velcade Injection | Johnson & Johnson (TR) | 3.5mg | 2 vials | $2,795.00 |
This item requires a prescription from your doctor.
General Information On Velcade
A cancer chemotherapy drug, Velcade is used to treat mantel cell lymphoma and multiple myeloma. The generic name of this drug is Bortezomib, and it works by stalling the growth of cancer cells.
Velcade is administered via IV infusion, and is available in Velcade 3.5mg strength. Each vial contains 3.5 mg of Bortezomib and 35 mg of mannitol.
Side Effect for Velcade
Common and less serious side effects of Velcade are: an upset stomach, mild nausea, constipation, diarrhea, vomitting, muscle or joint pain, blurred vision, headache, insomnia, dizziness, or mild itching, and irritation or rash at the injection site.
Serious side effects of Velcade include dry cough, mental/mood changes, problems with vision, seizures, severe constipation, body aches, fever, flu symptoms, chills, tarry or black stools, dark-colored urine, yellowing of your skin or eyes, stomach ache, overactive reflexes, severe muscle contraction, tightness or weakness, less than normal or no urination, blood in the urine, lower back pain, or uneven heart rate. You should consult your doctor if you experience any of the above symptoms after receiving a Bortezomib shot.
You must seek immediate medical help if you show signs of hypersensitivity to Velcade such as shortness of breath, wheezing, trouble breathing, skin rashes, itching, hives, or swelling of the tongue, throat, or face.
Precautions
Patients who are allergic to Bortezomib, Boron, or Mannitol should not buy Velcade. If you suffer from certain conditions, your doctor may adjust your dosage or ask you undergo special tests to evaluate if the treatment is safe for you. Inform your doctor in advance if you have or have had any of the following: liver disease, low blood pressure, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, heart failure, blood clotting or bleeding disorders, herpes, or low levels of white blood cells.
Velcade is contraindicated in pregnancy as it can harm the fetus. This is why you should not buy Velcade if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant during treatment, inform your doctor about it. It is unclear if Velcade is detrimental to the health of a nursing child. Consult your doctor before taking this drug if you are breastfeeding.
This drug may cause dizziness and/or confusion in some people. If you are unsure about how you react to Velcade, avoid doing activities such as driving after taking this drug. To ensure that it is not causing side effects such as low blood cell count or liver problems, your doctor may ask you to undergo certain tests during Velcade treatment. You must make sure that you visit your doctor regularly and take all the prescribed tests on time.
Velcade Dosage
Your doctor will prescribe the right dosage after studying your condition and taking your medical history into account. For best results, you should take Velcade as prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions
Some drugs may interact with Velcade and reduce its efficacy. These include: HIV/AIDS medicines (such as nelfinavir, saquinavir, atazanavir, efavirenz, ritonavir, indinavir, efavirenz, and others), antifungal medicines (such as itraconazole, voriconazole, clotrimazole, or ketoconazole), certain antibiotics (such as erythromycin, telithromycin, or clarithromycin), and seizure medicines (such as primidone, felbamate, phenytoin, carbamazepine, or oxcarbazepine).
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