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Bleomycin Sulfate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: BLEOMYCIN USP
Strength: 15 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 214.13
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Bleomycin Sulfate

Class: | Antineoplastic agent, Antibiotic Use: | Treatment of various cancers including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and squamous cell carcinoma of the skin. Adult dose: | Typically 15-30 units/m² body surface area (BSA) 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: | 20 units/m² BSA administered intravenously, with careful monitoring; dosage may vary

Drug Class

Antineoplastic agent, Antibiotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of various cancers including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and squamous cell carcinoma of the skin.

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 no more than 24 hours.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Kindos Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., CHINA

Package Size

Single-Dose Vial (IV/IM/SC/Intrapleural)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 214.13

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Typically 15-30 units/m² body surface area (BSA) 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

20 units/m² BSA administered intravenously, with careful monitoring; dosage may vary based on specific cancer type and treatment protocol.

Side Effects

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

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to bleomycin or any component of the formulation; patients with severe pulmonary disease or compromised lung function; caution in patients with renal impairment.

Important Warnings

Risk of pulmonary toxicity, which can be severe and may lead to pneumonitis or pulmonary fibrosis; monitor lung function; avoid use in patients with a history of lung disease; caution in patients receiving other pulmonary toxic agents.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

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

BLEMISIN 15 mg Powder For Solution For Injection BLEO 15K 15000 IU Powder For Solution For IV/IM/SC/IA BLEO CELL 15 mg Powder For Solution For Injection BLEOMEDAC 15 mg Powder For Solution For Injection BLEOMYCIN USP 15 U Powder For Solution For IV/ IM and SC Injection BLEOMYCIN USP 15 U Powder For Solution For IV/ IM and SC Injection BLEOMYCIN USP 15 mg Powder For 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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