Bdbrut Capsule
Bdbrut Capsule is used in the treatment of mantle-cell lymphoma and blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia). It is also used in chronic lymphocytic leukaemia who have received at least one prior therapy.
Bdbrut Capsule
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About This Medicine
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Bdbrut Capsule is used in the treatment of mantle-cell lymphoma and blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia). It is also used in chronic lymphocytic leukaemia who have received at least one prior therapy.
Bdbrut Capsule is used in the treatment of mantle-cell lymphoma and blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia). It is also used in chronic lymphocytic leukaemia who have received at least one prior therapy.
Bdbrut Capsule is taken in a dose as advised by the doctor. The duration of treatment varies on the basis of your response to treatment. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check number of blood cells during treatment with this medicine. It is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. It may cause headache, diarrhea, and nausea as its side effects.
03Uses
Mantle-cell lymphoma
Blood cancer (Chronic lymphocytic leukemia)
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Bdbrut Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Bdbrut Capsule is a Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.
06Side Effects
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
Upper respiratory tract infection
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Low blood platelets
Constipation
Nausea
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Fever
Joint pain
Headache
07Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bdbrut Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bdbrut Capsule 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:CAUTION
Bdbrut Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving:UNSAFE
Bdbrut Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
Bdbrut Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bdbrut Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Bdbrut Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bdbrut Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
08Drug Tips
Take it at the same time every day, either with or without food.
It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication.
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.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and blood cell count in your blood.
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