Mfd. by :- Abbvie (Fulfilled By : Magicine Pharma)
Magicine Pharma is registered with the Government Of NCT, India, Ministry Of Health in Government of Delhi, India, registration number DL-RAJ-122372 and as a wholesale distributor, department file No. 44208.
Brand Name - Venclyxto
Generic Name - Venetoclax
Manufacturer - Abbvie
Dosage Form - Tablets
Strength - 100mg
Indication - Blood Cancer
Storage - Store at room temperature.
Venclyxto is an anti-cancer medicine available by prescription. It is used in the treatment of certain types of blood cancers. This drug is prescribed to treat mainly small lymphocytic lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, and acute myeloid leukemia. It is available in the strength of 100mg as tablets for oral use. Venclyxto contains Venetoclax that belongs to the class of B-cell lymphoma-2 (BCL-2) inhibitors. It is a kind of targeted therapy medicine.
Venetoclax promotes rapid and extensive apoptosis of CLL cells, which can happen in 24 hours and result in tumor lysis syndrome. Patients with relapsed CLL (chronic lymphocytic leukemia) or SLL (small lymphocytic leukemia), even those with poor prognostic features, responded well to venetoclax, a drug that selectively targets BCL2. This medication is not expected to influence the cardiac QT interval.
Venclyxto (Venetoclax) is a specialty medicine that can interact with a number of other drugs and diseases. Consult your doctor.
No interactions between Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets and alcohol are known. However, it is better to avoid drinking alcohol during this therapy.
Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets are not indicated for use in the following cases.
The following are alternate brands for Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets.
The common side effects of Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets are listed below. Ask your doctor about the ways to manage them at home.
Consult your doctor if you experience side effects for a long time.
Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets must be taken orally with water as per the prescription. Swallow the tablets. Don’t crush or chew them.
If you miss a dose of Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets, consult your doctor. Know the ways of coping with the skipped dose. Don’t take doubled strength the next time.
If you overdose on Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets, seek immediate medical attention. You may require hospitalization in case of severe events.
Before starting Venclyxto (Venetoclax) therapy, make sure to consult your doctor and tell your:
Contraception
Use effective contraception and other safe sex practices during Venclyxto (Venetoclax) therapy to avoid pregnancy.
Driving
Driving after the administration of Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets may not be safe. This is because the drug may cause dizziness and loss of concentration.
Pregnancy
Do not administer Venclyxto (Venetoclax) during pregnancy without knowing its potential risks and benefits from your doctor. It may cause severe harm.
Breastfeeding
Do not administer Venclyxto (Venetoclax) during breastfeeding without knowing its potential risks and benefits from your doctor. This drug may be excreted in mother’s milk.
Q1. What is Venclyxto (Venetoclax)?
A- Venclyxto (Venetoclax) is used in the treatment of small lymphocytic lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, and acute myeloid leukemia.
Q2- What are the side effects of Venclyxto (Venetoclax)?
A- The side effects of Venclyxto (Venetoclax) include chills, sore throat, lower back pain, sneezing, cloudy urine, pale skin, difficulty in breathing, and loss of appetite.
Q3- How to take Venclyxto (Venetoclax)?
A- Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets must be taken orally with water as per the prescription. Swallow the tablets.
Q4- What is the strength of Venclyxto (Venetoclax)?
A- Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets have a strength of 100mg.
Q5- How to store Venclyxto (Venetoclax)?
A- Store Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets at room temperature.
Q6- Can you take Venclyxto (Venetoclax) during pregnancy?
A- Do not administer Venclyxto (Venetoclax) during pregnancy without knowing its potential risks and benefits from your doctor. It may cause severe harm.
Q7- Can you take Venclyxto (Venetoclax) during breastfeeding?
A- Do not administer Venclyxto (Venetoclax) during breastfeeding without knowing its potential risks and benefits from your doctor. This drug may be excreted in mother’s milk.
Q8- Can you drive after taking Venclyxto (Venetoclax)?
A- Driving after the administration of Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets may not be safe. This is because the drug may cause dizziness and loss of concentration.
Q9- Can you drink alcohol during Venclyxto (Venetoclax) therapy?
A- No interactions between Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets and alcohol are known. However, it is better to avoid drinking alcohol during this therapy.
Q10- Can liver disease patients take Venclyxto (Venetoclax)?
A- The use of Venclyxto (Venetoclax) tablets in liver patients must be done with caution to avoid adverse events.