Vinelbine 10mg Injection is a chemotherapy medication containing the active constituent Vinorelbine. It belongs to the group of medications known as vinca alkaloids. It is indicated to treat non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer. Cancer is a disorder in which cells multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner. This medication is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age.
The common side effects that are likely to associate with Vinelbine 10mg Injection are nausea, vomiting, low blood cell counts, tiredness, weakness, hair loss, pain in the jaws, joints, and muscles, diarrhea, swelling or sores in the throat or mouth, and injection site reactions (redness, burning pain, vein discoloration). Inform your physician if these side effects disturb or persist in you.
Report to your doctor if you are allergic to Vinelbine 10mg Injection and its ingredients. While taking this Injection, Inform your physician if you have any signs or symptoms of infection (cough, fever, chills, or joint pain), severe chest pain, history of heart attack, or liver disorders. Before and during treatment with this medication, your physician will check the blood cell count. Use effective birth control during the treatment and at least three months after the final dose. Inform your physician about all your medicines, including herbal medicines and supplements. Many vaccines (live attenuated vaccines) are not recommended during this treatment. Consult your healthcare professional if you have recently received any vaccines or require any.
Uses of Vinelbine 10mg Injection
- Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
- Breast cancer
Therapeutic Effects of Vinelbine 10mg Injection
Vinelbine 10mg Injection works by inhibiting the microtubule structures within the cell. Microtubule structures help cancer cells to divide and multiply. Inhibition of these structures slows the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.
Interaction of Vinelbine 10mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements and herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications tends to interact with Vinelbine 10mg Injection and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Vinelbine 10mg Injection
- Keep Vinelbine 10mg Injection out of sight and reach of children.
- Store in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C).