What is Beleodaq? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Feb 14, 2024

Beleodaq overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Beleodaq

Generic Names:

  • Beleodaq

Uses:

  • Treats peripheral T-cell lymphoma.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antineoplastic Agent

Forms:

  • Injectable

How it’s taken:

  • By injection

What is Beleodaq used for?

What form(s) does Beleodaq come in?

  • Injectable

What are common Beleodaq dosages?

  • Solution Reconstituted 500mg

Beleodaq images - What does Beleodaq look like?

  • Beleodaq
    500mg solution reconstituted

How to take Beleodaq

  • Injection routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

  • Injection routeYou will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.

  • Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

What to do if you miss a dose of Beleodaq

Beleodaq contraindications - Who shouldn't take Beleodaq?

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you are pregnant.

Beleodaq warnings

  • Injection routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

  • Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease, anemia, low white blood cell or platelet count, or an infection.

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver problemsTumor lysis syndrome

  • This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • Rapid weight gain, swelling of the feet or lower legs

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Beleodaq interactions & what to avoid when taking Beleodaq

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver problemsTumor lysis syndrome

  • This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • Injection routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

  • Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease, anemia, low white blood cell or platelet count, or an infection.

Beleodaq side effects - How does Beleodaq make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, dizziness, lightheadedness

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

  • Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, yellow skin or eyes

  • Rapid weight gain, swelling of the feet or lower legs

  • Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Change in how much or how often you urinate, lower side or back pain, joint pain or swelling

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Pain, burning, or swelling where the needle is placed

  • Mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation

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