Carfilzomib
Information about Carfilzomib
Carfilzomib Uses
Carfilzomib is used in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
How Carfilzomib works
Carfilzomib is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking or slowing the breakdown of proteins in cells. As a result, there is an increase in a number of proteins in the cancer cells leading to their death.
Common side effects of Carfilzomib
Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Nausea, Fever, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Breathlessness, Upper respiratory tract infection, Headache, Cough, Increased creatinine level in blood, Lymphopenia
Available Medicine for Carfilzomib
CarfilnatNatco Pharma Ltd
₹99901 variant(s)
CarfizomeIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹99901 variant(s)
MylocarBDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt
₹117001 variant(s)
CarzomibHetero Healthcare Limited
₹121001 variant(s)
KyprolisDr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
₹23663 to ₹473252 variant(s)
KyfilMSN Laboratories
₹2900 to ₹131003 variant(s)
CarfimibAdley Formulations
₹129001 variant(s)
Expert advice for Carfilzomib
- Carfilzomib is given as an infusion into the vein ( IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor only.
- 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, platelets count, liver function and kidney function during treatment.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unusual bruising or bleeding or if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools and sore throat.
- Let your doctor know if you notice chest pains, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, dizziness and swelling of feet.