Bleo 15k and Palonosetron Intravenous

• Generic Name: bleomycin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Bleo 15k, Blenoxane

Bleo 15k is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Bleo 15k is used to treat squamous cell carcinoma, a skin cancer that can affect the mouth, throat, nose and sinuses, penis, vagina, cervix, and other. This medicine is also used to treat Hodgkin's disease and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and malignant pleural effusion (a build-up of fluid in the outer tissues of the lungs, caused by certain types of cancer).

Bleo 15k treats only the symptoms of these conditions but does not treat cancer itself.

Bleo 15k may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: palonosetron
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Aloxi

Palonosetron injection is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer medicines (chemotherapy). It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may occur after surgery. Palonosetron works by blocking the signals to the brain that cause nausea and vomiting.

Palonosetron is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.