Brentuximab vedotinis a clear liquid that is injected into a vein. It works as follows:- 

Brentuximab vedotin is a special type of medication made up of two parts: a monoclonal antibody and an anti-cancer drug. The antibody attaches to specific cells in the body that have a protein called CD-30 on their surface. Once attached, the medication releases the anti-cancer drug, which goes inside the cell and binds to a protein called tubulin. This binding disrupts the cell's internal structure, leading to a stop in cell division and ultimately causing the cancer cell to die. Brentuximab vedotin works best on cells that are in a specific phase of the cell cycle called G2/M phase.

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Primary uses are to treat Lymphoma, Hodgkin’s , Lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's , Lymphoma, cutaneous T-cell.

Research studies are going on this drug to check if this medicine can be used to treat other type of cancer. 

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Brentuximab vedotin is given by an injection please book a consultation with our Oncology Clinical Specialist to know about what happens if you miss the dose.

Anemia, Infusion related infections, Low white blood cell count, Low platelet count, Low immunity, Fatigue, Nausea, Constipation, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Chills, Headache, Nausea, Insomnia, Muscle pains, Nerve sensation issues in hands and feet.

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Other drugs and foods such as grapefruit or grapefruit juice may interact with brentuximab vedotin Tell your doctor if you are taking these or any other drugs as you may need extra blood tests or your dose may need to be changed.

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Brentuximab vedotin may damage sperm and may harm the baby if used during pregnancy. It is best to use two forms of birth control while being treated with brentuximab vedotin. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. Do not breastfeed during treatment.

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