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How much is velcade (bortezomib)?
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Expensive : A single vial (3.5 mg) of velcade (bortezomib) costs around $1, 500.00. Each cycle of treatment (3 weeks duration) will use about 3-4 vials depending on patient's weight or size. Thus, $ 4, 500-6, 000 per cycle. The duration of treatment can take 4 cycles initially and then continued weekly doses for up to 6 - 8 months. Total cost for treatment could get up to $70-80k not including doctor fees and administration.
Answered 10/31/2018
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