Formulary Monographs [BLEOMYCIN SULPHATE, 1000]
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BLEOMYCIN SULPHATE
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ANTINEOPLASTICS
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Squamous cell carcinomas.
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Extravasation, thromboembolism, nausea, vomiting,stomatitis, fever and chills, alopecia, pulmonary fibrosis.
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i.v. i.m: 15 000 IU.3 times a week, or 30 000 IU. Twice a week in
combination regimens. This may be repeated, at 3 to 4 weeks intervals, up to a total cumulative dose of 500 000 IU. Dose and total cumulative dose should be reduced in those ov |
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Bleomycin sulfate can cause fetal toxicity when administered to pregnant women. Avoid during pregnancy.
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Discontinue breastfeeding.
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