BLEOCHEM INJ

Overview

BLEOCHEM INJ is a Schedule H antibiotic.

BLEOCHEM INJ is composed of: BLEOMYCIN (15 IU)

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

Precautions for BLEOCHEM INJ and its Constituents


  • 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

Available Alternatives for BLEOCHEM INJ

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BLEOCEL 15IU INJINR 364.28 for 1 ML INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
BLEOCHEM 15IU INJINR 687.74 for 1 INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
BLEOCHEM INJINR 646.86 for 1 INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15 IU
BLEOCIP 15IU INJINR 694.33 for 1 INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
BLOMIN 15IU INJINR 850 for 1 INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU
ONCOBLEO 15IU INJINR 1039.28 for 1 INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 IU

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BLEOCIN 15MG INJINR 595.23 for 1 INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 MG
BLEOMYCINBLEOMYCIN
BLEOMYCIN 15MG INJINR 600.67 for 1 INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 MG
BLEOMYCIN SULPHATE INJINR 654.76 for 1 ML INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN
TUMOCIN 15MG INJINR 505.95 for 1 ML INJECTIONBLEOMYCIN 15.0 MG