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Bleocol 15IU Injection

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Product introduction

Bleocol 15IU Injection is a medicine used for treatment of cancer in various parts of the body such as cervical, cancer of the mouth, nasopharynx and paranasal sinuses, larynx, esophagus, and skin. It works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed.

Bleocol 15IU Injection may be used alone or with other medicines as part of combination therapy. It is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You should avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage.

The most common side effects of this medicine include fever, loss of appetite, loss of hair, weight loss, nausea, inflammation of the lungs (interstitial pneumonia), shortness of breath or cough. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have stomach, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped. Your doctor may perform several tests such as blood tests, X-rays and physical examinations both before and during treatment with this medicine.

Uses of Bleocol Injection

Benefits of Bleocol Injection

In Cervical cancer

Bleocol 15IU Injection is an anti-cancer medicine that is used to kill cancerous cells in various kinds of cancer such as cervical cancer, cancer of mouth, nasopharynx and paranasal sinuses, larynx, oesophagus and skin cancer. It may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It has a lot of side effects and you must discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before starting treatment with this medicine. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Bleocol Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bleocol

  • Fever
  • Hair loss
  • Interstitial pneumonia
  • Loss of appetite
  • Low blood platelets
  • Nail discoloration
  • Nausea
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
  • Rigors
  • Scratch dermatitis
  • Skin pigmentation
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Vomiting
  • Weight loss

How to use Bleocol Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Bleocol Injection works

Bleocol 15IU Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bleocol 15IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bleocol 15IU Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bleocol 15IU Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Bleocol 15IU Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As with $med_name, few people have reported that they feel tired or weak after the treatment so it may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bleocol 15IU Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bleocol 15IU Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bleocol 15IU Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bleocol 15IU Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Bleocol 15IU Injection is given as an injection into the veins, muscles or under the skin by the healthcare provider.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • You may need to have blood tests to monitor your blood cells, liver function and kidney function during treatment.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience coughing, shortness of breath and cracking sound while breathing.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Antitumor Antibiotics
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents

Patient concerns

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I want to know the symptoms of cancer as I am a smoker
Dr. Vijay Sharnangat
Medical Oncology and Hematology
Symptoms for cancer depends upon which organ involved. For smokers , definitely chronic , they have possibility to develop lung cancer, head and neck cancers, oesophagus cancer, pancreatic cancer, stomach cancer and so more on. General symptoms would be like loss of appetite, weight loss, low grade fever in some cases, chronic cough for long time.
How to remove Skin cancer in my body
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
Thr r different types of skin cancer
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FAQs

What does Bleocol 15IU Injection treat?

Bleocol 15IU Injection is used to treat squamous cell cancers, certain types of blood cancers, skin cancers and cancer of the thyroid, bladder, lungs, abdomen or genitals.

Does Bleocol 15IU Injection cause pulmonary fibrosis, nausea or hair loss?

Yes. Bleocol 15IU Injection may cause pulmonary fibrosis, nausea and hair loss. If you notice any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.

How does Bleocol 15IU Injection cause pulmonary fibrosis?

Pulmonary fibrosis (scarring of the tissue of the lungs) is one of the side effects of Bleocol 15IU Injection. It is reportedly caused by lack of an enzyme that metabolises Bleocol 15IU Injection in the lungs.

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References

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