Velcade (Bortezomib)

Velcade Information

Velcade stops the growth of some cancer cells. It also keeps it from spreading to other part of your body. The main uses of this medication are to treat myeloma and mantle cell lymphoma. There may be other conditions which this drug is used.

Velcade Indications

Velcade is an injection drug used to treat cancer when all other drugs have failed.

Velcade Warnings

It is very important to tell your doctor if you are pregnant or become pregnant while on this medication. Velcade can cause harm to an unborn baby.  While you are on this medication you will need to have your blood tested on a regular basis. Velcade will lower the blood cells in your body that will normally allow you to fight off infections. It is important that you stay away from people that are ill while you are on Velcade. Be careful driving while on this medication and it is very important that you stay hydrated at all times.

Bortezomib, Mannitol, or Boron is three ingredients in this medicine. If you are allergic to these drugs tell your doctor. If you have any of the following tell your doctor:

• Diabetes
• If you are currently on dialysis
• Low blood pressure or high blood pressure
• Heart conditions or heart disease
• Blood Clotting disorder or bleeding
• Herpes
• Problems with the nerves in your body

Velcade Intake Guidelines

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Velcade Side Effects

• new or worsening nerve problems such as numbness, burning, pain, weakness, or tingly feeling;
• feeling like you might pass out;
• dry cough and trouble breathing;
• severe headache, vision problems, confusion, and/or seizure (convulsions);
• black, bloody, or tarry stools, vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds;
• severe constipation;
• easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
• fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
• feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
• fast or slow heart rate, weak pulse, lower back pain, blood in your urine;

Less serous effects are:

• mild nausea, vomiting, upset stomach;
• diarrhea, constipation;
• headache, blurred vision, dizziness;
• muscle pain, bone or joint pain;
• sleep problems (insomnia);
• mild rash or itching

Velcade Drug Reactions

There are a lot of drugs that can and will interact with Velcade. The list is to long to place here. Ask your doctor for a copy and tell them if you are taking any of these drugs.

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