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Overview
VINCRISTINE is a Schedule H drug.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’ TumorFrequently 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
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)Precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients withCommon Side-Effects
VINCRISTINE : Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Constipation, Eyes Drooping EyelidSerious Side-Effects
VINCRISTINE : Depression, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Dizziness, Confusion, AgitationRare Side-Effects
VINCRISTINE : Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Cough, Fever, ChillsTechnical Classification
VINCRISTINE is categorized as: MITOTIC INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICSStorage Conditions
Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with VINCRISTINE as Ingredient
ALCRIST 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
BIOCRISTIN 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
BIOCRISTIN AQ 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
CYTOCRISTIN 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 2.0 MG |
CYTOCRISTIN AQUEOUS 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
IVIN 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
ONCOCRISTIN AQ 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
ONVINC 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
PARACRISTINE INJ | VINCRISTINE |
UNICRISTIN 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
VCAD 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
VCR INJ | VINCRISTINE 1 MG |
VINCRISTINE 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1 MG |
VINLON 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |
VINSTIN 1MG INJ | VINCRISTINE 1.0 MG |