Bleomycin : Before Using

Bleomycin - Systemic

Brand Names

Blenoxane Bleomycin *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects *** Additional Information

Before Using

In deciding to using a medication, the chance of taking the drug must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you will make. For bleomycin, the following must be considered

Allergic reaction

Tell your family doctor if you have any unusual or allergy to bleomycin.

Pregnancy care

Studies have not been done in pregnant women. However, there is a risk that this drug may cause birth defects if either the male or female is receiving it at the time of conception or if it is using during pregnancy. Studies in mice given large doses of bleomycin have shown that it causes birth defects. In addition, many cancer medication may cause sterility which could be permanent. Although sterility has not been reported with this drug, the possibility must be kept in mind.

Be sure that you have discussed this with your family doctor before receiving this drug. It is best to use some kind of birth control while you are receiving bleomycin. Tell your family doctor right away if you think you have become pregnant while receiving bleomycin.

Breast-feeding problem

Because bleomycin may cause serious side effects, breast-feeding is generally not recommended while you are receiving it.

Use for Children

Although there is no special info comparing use of bleomycin in child with use in other age groups, this drug is not expected to cause various side effects or problems in child than it does in adults.

Elderly care

Lung problems are more likely to occur in elderly diseaseds - over 70 years of age, who are usually more sensitive to the effects of bleomycin.

Other Information for using

The presence of other medical problems may effect the use of bleomycin. Make sure you tell your family doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

Kidney disease Effects of bleomycin may be increased because of slower removal from the body

Liver disease Bleomycin can cause liver problems

Lung disease Bleomycin may worsen the condition

Smoking Tell your family doctor if you smoke. The risk of lung problems is increased in people who smoke.