Bendit 100mg (Injection)

Manufacturer: Natco Pharma Ltd

Salt Composition : Bendamustine(100mg)


Bendit 100mg Injection is given as an injection into vein under the supervision of a doctor and should not be self-administered. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include anemia (low number of red blood cells), decreased white blood cell count, infection, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

Inform your doctor if you have a medical history, of bleeding disorders, heart or liver disease, radiation treatment or any infection. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with kidney, liver and heart function during treatment with this medicine. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Bendamustine displays a distinct pattern of activity, based on molecular evidence for 3 mechanisms of action:  p53-dependent activation of DNA-damage stress response and apoptosis,  inhibition of mitotic checkpoints, and  induction of mitotic catastrophe.


Pharmacokinets

Bendamustine is a unique alkylating agent indicated for the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia and rituximab-refractory, indolent B cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Despite the extensive experience with bendamustine, its pharmacokinetic profile has only recently been described.


Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bendit

Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

Decreased white blood cell count

Infection

Fatigue

Nausea

Fever

Vomiting

Low blood platelets

Mucosal inflammation

Contra Indications

a bad infection.

malignant melanoma, a type of skin cancer.

dehydration.

high levels of potassium in the blood.

anemia.

decreased blood platelets.

low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils.

abnormal liver function tests.


Pregnancy Related Information

Bendit 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bendit 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Bendit 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.


Indications

Bendamustine is indicated for use in the treatment of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) that has progressed during or within six months of treatment with rituximab or a rituximab-containing regimen.


Interactions

Co-trimoxazole (sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim)

Crestor (rosuvastatin)

Decadron (dexamethasone)

Eliquis (apixaban)

L-Arginine (arginine)

L-Carnitine (levocarnitine)

L-Cysteine (cysteine)

Levaquin (levofloxacin)


Typical Dosage

Kindly do not self administer.


Storage Requirements

Store below 25°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Bendit 100mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.


Expert Advice

Bendit 100mg Injection is given as an injection into vein under the supervision of a doctor.


How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.


FAQs

Q. Is Bendit 100mg Injection safe?

Bendit 100mg Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. How does Bendit 100mg Injection work?

Bendit 100mg Injection works by destroying the DNA, thus killing the existing cancer cells and also preventing the growth and spread of new cancer cells.

Q. Is Bendit 100mg Injection a vesicant?

Bendit 100mg Injection has vesicant properties and can seriously damage skin and underlying fat if leaks during administration.

Q. Does Bendit 100mg Injection cause hair loss/constipation?

Yes, hair loss and constipation are the common side effects of Bendit 100mg Injection.