Brentuximab Vedotin

Information about Brentuximab Vedotin

Brentuximab Vedotin Uses

Brentuximab Vedotin is used in the treatment of Hodgkin’s disease.

How Brentuximab Vedotin works

Brentuximab Vedotin is a monoclonal antibody that targets a protein called CD30 that is found on certain cancer cells. Brentuximab Vedotin sticks to the CD30 protein and delivers a toxin called monomethyl auristatin E (MMAE) to the cell. This MMAE then kills the cell.

Common side effects of Brentuximab Vedotin

Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Fatigue, Nausea, Diarrhea, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Upper respiratory tract infection, Fever, Constipation, Vomiting, Hair loss, Weight loss, Abdominal pain, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Lymphopenia, Mucositis, Low blood platelets, Febrile neutropenia
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
30 Sep 2024 | 10:39 AM (UTC)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and revelant information

Want to know more

Available Medicine for Brentuximab Vedotin

AdcetrisTakeda Pharmaceuticals India Pvt. Ltd
2227091 variant(s)

Expert advice for Brentuximab Vedotin

  • Brentuximab Vedotin is a type of targeted cancer drug called a monoclonal antibody.
  • You are advised to inform your doctor if you experience any numbness or tingling of the hands or feet or any muscle weakness.
  • Contact your doctor if a fever of 100.5°F or greater, cough, chills, severe abdominal pain, or pain on urination develops.
  • Contact your doctor if they experience signs and symptoms of infusion reactions including fever, chills, rash, or breathing problems within 24 hours of infusion.
  • Brentuximab Vedotin may increase blood glucose level, ask your doctor regarding required precautions.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms that may indicate liver injury, including fatigue, anorexia, right upper abdominal discomfort, dark urine, or jaundice.
  • You must report immediately if you or anyone close to you notice changes in mood or usual behavior,  thinking problems, confusion, loss of memory, changes in vision, speech, or walking, or decreased strength or weakness on one side of the body.

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001:2022 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.