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Bleomycin Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: BLEOCIN
Strength: 15 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 136.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Bleomycin Hydrochloride

Class: | Antineoplastic agent, Antibiotic Use: | Treatment of various cancers, including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and certain types of skin cancer (e.g., squamous cell carcinoma). Adult dose: | Typically, 15-30 units/m² body surface area administered intravenously, with doses given on days 1, 8, and 15 of a 28-day cycle, adjusted based on clinical response and tolerance. Pediatric dose: | Dosing in children is individualized; commonly, 20 units/m² body

Drug Class

Antineoplastic agent, Antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of various cancers, including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and certain types of skin cancer (e.g., squamous cell carcinoma).

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture; reconstituted solutions should be used immediately or stored at 2-8°C for up to 24 hours.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Nippon Kayaku Co. Ltd., JAPAN

Package Size

1 Vial (Lyophilisate)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 136.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Typically, 15-30 units/m² body surface area administered intravenously, with doses given on days 1, 8, and 15 of a 28-day cycle, adjusted based on clinical response and tolerance.

Pediatric Dose

Dosing in children is individualized; commonly, 20 units/m² body surface area may be used, but careful monitoring is essential.

Side Effects

Common side effects include fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, skin reactions (such as rash), pulmonary toxicity, and mucositis.

Contraindications & Precautions

Known hypersensitivity to bleomycin or any component of the formulation; history of pulmonary fibrosis or severe lung disease; pregnancy and breastfeeding (unless benefits outweigh risks).

Important Warnings

Risk of pulmonary toxicity, especially in patients with pre-existing lung disease or those receiving high cumulative doses; monitor pulmonary function; avoid use in patients with renal impairment; anaphylactic reactions may occur.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Bleomycin Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

BLENAMAX 15 mg Solution For Injection BLEOCIN 15 mg Powder For Solution For Injection BLEOMYCIN USP 15 mg Solution For Injection BLEOMYCIN USP 15000 IU Solution For Injection

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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