Bendamustine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bendamustine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bendamustine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bendamustine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bendamustine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Bendamustine has not been reported.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Bendamustine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Bendamustine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
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.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bendamustine
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bendamustine with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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