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Bleomycin Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: BLENAMAX

Strength: 15 mg | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 122.77

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Bleomycin Hydrochloride

Class:| Antineoplastic agent (antibiotic) Use:| Treatment of certain types of cancer, including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and others. Adult dose:| Typically 0.25 to 0.50 units/kg (10 to 20 units/m²) IV, IM, or subcutaneously once or twice weekly; maximum cumulative dose is usually 400 units. Pediatric dose:| Dosing varies based on specific protocols and patient condition; consult pediatric oncology guidelines. Side effects:| Pulmonary toxicity, fever, chills,

Drug Class

| Antineoplastic agent (antibiotic)

Uses & Indications

| Treatment of certain types of cancer, including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and others.

Storage Requirements

Not available

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Pharmachemie, NETHERLANDS

Package Size

10ml Single Dose Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 122.77

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

| Typically 0.25 to 0.50 units/kg (10 to 20 units/m²) IV, IM, or subcutaneously once or twice weekly; maximum cumulative dose is usually 400 units.

Pediatric Dose

| Dosing varies based on specific protocols and patient condition; consult pediatric oncology guidelines.

Side Effects

| Pulmonary toxicity, fever, chills, skin reactions, mucositis, nausea, vomiting, and potential for anaphylactic reactions.

Contraindications & Precautions

| Hypersensitivity

Important Warnings

Not available

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

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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