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Bortezomib – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: BORTEZOMIB KOANNA

Strength: 3.5 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 2447.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Bortezomib

Class: | Proteasome inhibitor Use: | Treatment of multiple myeloma and certain types of lymphoma (e.g., mantle cell lymphoma) Adult dose: | Initial dose of 1.3 mg/m² administered intravenously on days 1, 4, 8, and 11 of a 21-day cycle; may be adjusted based on tolerance and response Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not typically recommended for use in children Side effects: | Common side effects include fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, peripheral neu

Drug Class

Proteasome inhibitor

Uses & Indications

Treatment of multiple myeloma and certain types of lymphoma (e.g., mantle cell lymphoma)

Storage Requirements

Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Shilpa Medicare Limited, India

Package Size

Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 2447.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial dose of 1.3 mg/m² administered intravenously on days 1, 4, 8, and 11 of a 21-day cycle; may be adjusted based on tolerance and response

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not typically recommended for use in children

Side Effects

Common side effects include fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, peripheral neuropathy, thrombocytopenia, and constipation

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to bortezomib or any component of the formulation; caution in patients with active infections or severe hepatic impairment

Important Warnings

Risk of peripheral neuropathy, thrombocytopenia, and gastrointestinal perforation; monitor blood counts regularly; caution in patients with a history of herpes zoster infection due to potential reactivation

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Bortezomib available in UAE pharmacies:

BORTADA 2.5 mg/ml Solution For Injection BORTEZOMIB EVER PHARMA 2.5 mg/ml Solution For Injection BORTEZOMIB KOANNA 3.5 mg Powder For Solution For Injection BORTEZOMIB SPC 3.5 mg Powder For Solution For Injection Bortezomib Accord 2.5 mg/mL 2.5 mg/ml Solution For Injection VEELBORE 3.5 mg Powder For Solution For Injection VELZOME 3.5 mg Powder For Solution For Injection

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Proteasome inhibitor medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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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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