Ortez

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Ortez Information

Ortez is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Multiple Myeloma. Ortez also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Ortez depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ortez can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ortez are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Ortez has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ortez has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ortez related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding must refrain from the use of Ortez since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ortez have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ortez may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Ortez, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Ortez Benefits & Uses

Ortez is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ortez 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: Multiple Myeloma
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Multiple Myeloma
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Ortez Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

  • Bone Pain
  • Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)

Mild

Ortez Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ortez safe for pregnant women?


    Ortez has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ortez without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Ortez safe during breastfeeding?


    Ortez may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

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


    Ortez is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ortez on the Liver?


    Ortez can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Ortez on the Heart?


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ortez. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Ortez with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Ortez Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Ortez

  • Is this Ortez habit forming or addictive?


    Ortez does not cause addiction.

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


    After taking Ortez, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ortez can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


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

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


    No, Ortez cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Ortez Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ortez


    Ortez may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ortez


    Information about the interaction of Ortez and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    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 234-235

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 871

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

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Bortezomib Aft (Bortezomib)



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