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Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection
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What is Bleomycin Sulfate?
Active Ingredients: Bleomycin Sulfate
Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection is an antineoplastic drug used to treat cancer. It is indicated for palliative treatment of Hodgkin's disease and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, testicular carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinomas (head, neck, penis, cervix, vulva). It can be used alone or with other medications.
The active ingredient, Bleomycin Sulfate, is a mixture of cytotoxic glycopeptide antibiotics that have been isolated from a strain of Streptomyces verticillus. Bleomycin has antitumor and antineoplastic abilities that damage a cell's DNA and, therefore, may kill cancer cells. It is also effective as a sclerosing agent for the treatment of malignant pleural effusion and prevention of recurrent pleural effusions (build-up of fluid around the lungs).
AdvaCare Pharma is a global supplier of Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection. AdvaCare excels at the production of high-quality yet cost-effective oncology treatments. This medication has been manufactured in our GMP-certified facilities located in China, India, and the USA.
Why choose us as your Bleomycin Sulfate manufacturer?
AdvaCare Pharma manufactures a variety of oncology medications, including Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection, at GMP-certified facilities. We are committed to producing cost-effective, high-quality cancer treatments that meet the highest industry standards and are readily available to cancer patients worldwide. Our global reach extends to over 65 markets, where we supply our products to distributors, hospitals, pharmacies, NGOs, and government institutions.
Uses
What is Bleomycin Sulfate used for?
It is used to treat certain types of cancer, such as:
- Hodgkin's disease
- non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
- melanoma
- sarcoma
- squamous cell carcinomas (head, neck, penis, cervix, vulva)
- testicular carcinoma
Bleomycin Sulfate is also used to treat and prevent malignant pleural effusion.
How is Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection used?
This medication has been manufactured as a powder, which is stored in a vial. The powder is to be prepared into a solution, and after reconstitution, it should be administered by injection into a muscle or vein.
As Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection is a cytotoxic drug, caution should be used when preparing and administering the solution. Goggles, gloves, and protective gowns are recommended.
What dosage should be given?
For Hodgkin's disease and Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, the normal dosage should be 2 units for the first 2 doses.
The usual dose for adults is dependent on the disease and treatment plan. Refer to a doctor or pharmacist for guidelines on dosage. Do not exceed what they advise.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection.
Common side effects include, but may not be limited to:
- pain at the tumor site
- vomiting
- anorexia
- weight loss
- stomatitis
- nail and skin changes
Seek medical attention if the following develop:
- rash
- hives
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- signs of infection
For a comprehensive list of all possible effects, consult a doctor.
If any symptom persists or gets worse, or you notice any other symptoms, please call your doctor immediately.
Precautions
Do NOT use Bleomycin Sulfate if: • Your disease is related to malignant pericardial effusion; malignant peritoneal effusion; warts (intralesional); mycosis fungoides; osteosarcoma; AIDS-related Kaposi sarcoma.
Caution should be taken when a patient is also taking cisplatin, as these two drugs are known to interact. Consult with your doctor about any medications you are taking before beginning treatment with Bleomycin Sulfate.
There is little evidence with regards to the use of Bleomycin Sulfate during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so consult a doctor or healthcare professional before treatment with Bleomycin Sulfate for Injection.
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