Bortezomib

Drug Class:	Commonly Known As:	Category:
Proteasome Inhibitor	Velcade®	Cancer-related

Bortezomib - What is it for

Bortezomib is a chemotherapy that is used alone or in combination with other agents for the treatment of certain types of cancer.

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.

Delayed side effects

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

Fever of 38°C or higher
Excessive diarhea lasting longer than 24 hours
Unusual bleeding, bruising or black tarry stools
Confusion, loss of balance, vision disturbances, reduced strength or weakness in an arm/leg
Shortness of breath or chest pain

Grapefruit juice, St John’s Wort, green tea or green tea extracts
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) supplements, especially 12 hours before and after bortezomib treatment