Bendamustine

During infusion

• Allergic reaction may occur. Symptoms include fever, chills, shortness of breath, itch or rash.
• Redness, swelling and pain at the injection site if the drug leaks out of the vein.
  Please alert your nurse immediately if you experience the above symptoms. 

Early side effects

• Nausea and vomiting may occur
  There are medications available which may prevent or decrease these side effects. If you are given these medications, take them as directed.
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Loss of appetite
• Fatigue
• Headache

• A drop in the blood cell counts, usually reaching their lowest level by the 3rd week of treatment
• Mouth ulcers
• Mild swelling of the extremities

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

• Fever of of 38°C or higher
• Unusual bleeding, bruising or black tarry stools
• Pain, itch, redness or swelling occuring near injection site
• Skin rash
• Shortness of breath, chest pain