What Are The Uses Of Bortezomib?

Bortezomib, an anticancer drug is used in the treatment of certain tumours like:

• Mantle cell lymphoma
• Multiple myeloma

It works by blocking certain proteins, thus slowing the growth of cancer.

What Are The Side Effects Of Bortezomib?

The most common side effects of Bortezomibare:

• Fatigue / generalized weakness
• Nausea/vomiting
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Poor appetite
• Diarrhea/constipation
• Low platelet count
• Low red blood cell count

Sometimes severe side effects such as the following may also be observed:

• Dizziness/dehydration
• Insomnia/headache
• Shortness of breath
• Blurred vision
• Swelling of face/feet/hands
• Low white blood cell count
• Muscle cramps
• Upper respiratory tract infections
• Anxiety
• Low iron levels
• Itching

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Bortezomib?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hyper sensitivity towards the drug Bortezomibor any other allergies.
• Pregnancy, breast feeding
• Nerve sensation problems
• Any heart disease, low or high blood pressure
• Dehydration
• Liver disease
• Diabetes
• Severe kidney disease
• Viral infection like shingles, herpes