bendamustine hydrochloride

Frequently asked questions

What does Bendamustine Hydrochloride treat?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride (Bendamustine Hydrochloride) may be used to treat lymphoid leukemia, non-hodgkin lymphoma, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Bendamustine Hydrochloride work?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride is a alkylating drug. Alkylating chemotherapy drugs attach chemical groups to a cell's DNA, forming cross-links that lock the two DNA strands together. This damage stops the cell from copying its DNA and dividing, which triggers it to die; because they are not limited to one phase of the cell cycle, they can act on cells whether or not they are actively dividing.

How is Bendamustine Hydrochloride rated?

pharmaranks gives Bendamustine Hydrochloride a composite score of 3.0 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Bendamustine Hydrochloride?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Bendamustine Hydrochloride. To pay less, Bendamustine Hydrochloride is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Bendamustine Hydrochloride?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride is marketed by Glenmark Pharms Ltd. You can see Glenmark Pharms Ltd's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Bendamustine Hydrochloride a brand-name or generic drug?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Bendamustine Hydrochloride. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.

Is Bendamustine Hydrochloride available over the counter?

No. Bendamustine Hydrochloride is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Bendamustine Hydrochloride come in?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride is currently marketed as injectable and powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Bendamustine Hydrochloride?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride is classified as alkylating drug, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Bendamustine Hydrochloride FDA-registered?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA204771. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Bendamustine Hydrochloride been recalled by the FDA?

Bendamustine Hydrochloride has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Bendamustine Hydrochloride safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Bendamustine Hydrochloride a recall-safety score of 60/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.