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Bleomycin

Names

Blenoxane® Bleomycin

Indications and usage

Bleomycin is FDA approved as a single agent or in proven combinations to treat people who have Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Bleomycin may cause a temporary loss of hair in some people. Normal hair growth should return after treatment ends (although it may take several months).

Side effects needing medical attention

Cough; shortness of breath.  

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