Medicine Details
Brand Name: Leuben
Generic Name: Bendamustine
Manufacturer: Hetero
Dosage Form: Injection
Strength: 100mg
Composition: Bendamustine
Packaging: 1 vial
Indication: Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL), Blood cancer, Multiple myeloma
Storage: Store at room temperature
Overview Of Bendamustine 100mg Injection
Leuben (Bendamustine) injection is used in the treatment of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. This medicine belongs to a group of cancer-fighting medications known as alkylating agents. It works by killing cancerous cells and slowing down their growth. It is important to take a Leuben injection as prescribed by your doctor. Close monitoring of blood cell counts is required while having treatment with this medicine. Do not take this medicine in the wrong way as it may lead to some severe side effects. If you experience any symptoms while receiving this medicine, inform your doctor immediately.
Pharmacodynamics
Bendamustine is a bifunctional mechlorethamine derivative. Mechlorethamine and its derivatives form electrophilic alkyl groups. These groups form covalent bonds with electron-rich nucleophilic moieties, resulting in interstrand DNA crosslinks. The bifunctional covalent linkage can lead to cell death via several pathways.
Usage
This injection is also used to treat a type of cancer called chronic lymphocytic leukemia. It interferes with the growth of cancerous cells and destroys them. This medicine is given as an infusion into your vein. The recommended dose of Leuben injection is based on your medical condition and your response to the treatment. Do not self administer this medicine. Do not use Leuben (Bendamustine) if the vial is cracked. This injection affects your immune system and may increase the risk of getting infections more easily. Avoid contact with other people who have infections. It is advisable not to change or stop the dose without taking suggestions from your doctor.
Interactions
Leuben injection can interact with other medications and it may increase the risk for side effects. Don’t forget to disclose and discuss your previous medical history with the doctor.
Medicine Interactions
- Clozapine
- Leflunomide
- Adalimumab
- Tofacitinib
- Deferiprone
Disease Interactions
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
- Myelosuppression
Alcohol Interaction
- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Contraindications
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Bendamustine.
- Leuben (Bendamustine) medicine is not recommended in patients known to be hypersensitive.