CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJ

Overview

CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJ is a Schedule H drug.

CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJ is composed of: VINCRISTINE (2.0 MG)

Vincristine is cancer medication that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their spread in the body. Vincristine is used to treat leukemia, Hodgkin’s disease, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, rhabdomyosarcoma (soft tissue tumors), neuroblastoma (cancer that forms in nerve tissue), and Wilms’ tumor. Vincristine is sometimes used in combination with other cancer medications.

Usage

VINCRISTINE is generally used to treat: Leukemia, Hodgkin’s Disease, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, Neuroblastoma, Wilms’ Tumor

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJ and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of infection, decrease in blood counts, blood problems due to chemotherapy, liver disease, muscle problems, nerve disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

VINCRISTINE : Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Constipation, Eyes Drooping Eyelid

Serious Side-Effects

VINCRISTINE : Depression, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Dizziness, Confusion, Agitation

Rare Side-Effects

VINCRISTINE : Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Cough, Fever, Chills

Technical Classification

VINCRISTINE is categorized as: MITOTIC INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Available Alternatives for CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJ

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJINR 42.01 for 2 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 2.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ALCRIST 1MG INJINR 51.93 for 1 INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
BIOCRISTIN 1MG INJINR 52.63 for 1 INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
BIOCRISTIN AQ 1MG INJINR 48.38 for 1 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
CYTOCRISTIN 1MG INJINR 56.89 for 1 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
CYTOCRISTIN AQUEOUS 1MG INJINR 44.04 for 1 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
IVIN 1MG INJINR 105.31 for 1 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
ONCOCRISTIN AQ 1MG INJINR 61 for 1 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
ONVINC 1MG INJINR 48.07 for 1 INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
PARACRISTINE INJINR 69.64 for 1 INJECTIONVINCRISTINE
UNICRISTIN 1MG INJINR 55 for 1 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
VCAD 1MG INJINR 89.79 for 1 INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
VCR INJINR 48 for 1ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1 MG
VINCRISTINEVINCRISTINE
VINCRISTINE 1MG INJINR 54 for 1INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1 MG
VINLON 1MG INJINR 50.79 for 1 ML INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
VINSTIN 1MG INJINR 226.19 for 1 INJECTIONVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG