Bendamustine

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Bendamustine Information



Bendamustine Benefits & Uses

Bendamustine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bendamustine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 days
  • Special Instructions: Take on days 1 and 2 of a 28-day cycle Up to 6 cycles
Geriatric
  • Disease: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 days
  • Special Instructions: Take on days 1 and 2 of a 28-day cycle Up to 6 cycle


Bendamustine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bendamustine is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Bendamustine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Bendamustine safe for pregnant women?


    Bendamustine can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Bendamustine safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Bendamustine. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Bendamustine on the Kidneys?


    Bendamustine may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Bendamustine on the Liver?


    Bendamustine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Bendamustine on the Heart?


    You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Bendamustine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Bendamustine with Other Drugs

Bendamustine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Bendamustine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bendamustine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Bendamustine

  • Is this Bendamustine habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Bendamustine has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Bendamustine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Bendamustine only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Bendamustine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Bendamustine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Bendamustine


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Bendamustine, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Bendamustine


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bendamustine with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 16

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Treanda® (bendamustine hydrochloride)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bendeka™(bendamustine hydrochloride)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Belrapzo™ (bendamustine hydrochloride injection)



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