Bortecad 2mg Injection

Bortecad 2mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of multiple myeloma and mantle-cell lymphoma. The active ingredient of the Bortecad is Bortezomib which belongs to the drug class of proteasome inhibitors. It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Bortecad Injection works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this injection until your doctor says to do so.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Bortecad 2mg Injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Bortecad Injection are mentioned below:

Fever
Anxiety
Diarrhea
Hair loss
Pneumonia
Mouth ulcer
Dehydration
Constipation
Muscle Cramps
Loss of Appetite
Difficulty sleeping
Stomach infection
Irregular heart rate
Difficulty in breathing
Nausea and vomiting
Difficulty in breathing
Weakness & Dizziness
Low Blood cell Counts

Severe side effects:

Swelling in feet
Kidney dysfunction
High blood pressure
Heart rate fluctuation
Severe skin Inflammation

Bortecad 2mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.

Bortecad 2mg Injection is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of proteasome inhibitors. This medicine acts by causing toxicity in cancer cells. It inhibits the action of the 26S proteasome and blocks a key cellular signaling path. This interference of the signaling pathway transforms the cancer cells sensitive to chemotherapy. It reduces the degradation of proteins within cells. Through which, this drug promotes the deposition of a specific protein while reducing the growth and proliferation of cancer cells.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Bortecad 2mg Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Bortecad 2mg Injection.

A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Bortecad. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.

Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Bortecad 2mg Injection. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.

Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Bortecad. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.

It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Bortecad 2mg Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Bortecad 2mg Injection. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.

Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function, cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) at proper intervals after taking Bortecad 2mg Injection.

In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Bortecad 2mg Injection, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.

If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Bortecad 2mg Injection, like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to Inform your doctor as soon as possible.