Bortezomib (Systemic)

Brand Names : Velcade

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Also, because of the way these medicines act on the body, there is a chance that they might cause other unwanted effects that may not occur until months or years after the medicine is used. Discuss these possible effects with your doctor.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Black, tarry stools; bleeding gums; blood in urine or stools; blurred vision; body aches or pain; burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings; chest pain; chills; confusion; faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly; cough; decreased urination; difficult or labored breathing; dry mouth; ear congestion; fainting ; fever; headache; increase in heart rate; loss of voice; lower back or side pain; nasal congestion; pale skin; painful or difficult urination; painful blisters on trunk of body; pinpoint red spots on skin; rapid breathing; runny nose; shortness of breath; sneezing; sore throat; sunken eyes; sweating; tightness in chest; thirst; troubled breathing with exertion; wrinkled skin; ulcers, sores, or white spots in mouth; unsteadiness or awkwardness; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness; weakness in arms, hands, legs, or feet; wheezing

Symptoms of Overdose

If you think you or someone else may have taken an overdose get emergency help at once.

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

More Common

Acid or sour stomach; back pain; belching; bone pain; diarrhea; difficulty in moving; difficulty having a bowel movement; fatigue; fear or nervousness; feeling unusually cold; shivering; heartburn; indigestion; itching skin; loss of appetite; loss of taste or change in taste; malaise; muscle cramps; nausea; pain in joints; muscle pain or stiffness; pain in limb; rash; sleeplessness; trouble sleeping; unable to sleep; stomach discomfort, upset or pain; swelling; stomach pain; swollen joints; vomiting

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.