Venetoclax
Information about Venetoclax
Venetoclax Uses
Venetoclax is used in the treatment of sickle cell anemia, blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia), prostate cancer, blood cancer (acute lymphocytic leukemia), soft tissue sarcoma and Hodgkin’s disease.
How Venetoclax works
Venetoclax is an antineoplastic agent that is used to treat certain blood cancers. It works by blocking a protein called B-cell lymphoma/leukemia 2 (BCL-2), which helps cancer cells live longer than they should. It turns off this protein and helps the cancer cells die naturally and be removed from the body.
Common side effects of Venetoclax
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Low blood platelets, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Diarrhea, Nausea, Upper respiratory tract infection, Cough, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Fatigue, Edema (swelling)
Available Medicine for Venetoclax
VenclextaAbbVie Therapeutics India Private Limited
₹2054 to ₹136942 variant(s)
Expert advice for Venetoclax
- Regular blood tests are essential to monitor your blood cell counts and kidney function. This helps your doctor adjust your treatment if needed.
- Keep Venetoclax in its original packaging, away from moisture and heat. Do not transfer them to another container.
- Keep an updated list of all medicines, vitamins, and supplements you are taking, and share it with every doctor you visit.
- Venetoclax can lower your body’s ability to fight infections. Report signs like fever, chills, or persistent sore throat promptly to your doctor.