VINCRISTINE

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’ 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

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

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

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with VINCRISTINE as Ingredient

ALCRIST 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
BIOCRISTIN 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
BIOCRISTIN AQ 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
CYTOCRISTIN 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
CYTOCRISTIN 2MG INJVINCRISTINE 2.0 MG
CYTOCRISTIN AQUEOUS 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
IVIN 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
ONCOCRISTIN AQ 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
ONVINC 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
PARACRISTINE INJVINCRISTINE
UNICRISTIN 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
VCAD 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
VCR INJVINCRISTINE 1 MG
VINCRISTINE 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1 MG
VINLON 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG
VINSTIN 1MG INJVINCRISTINE 1.0 MG