Uniblastin 10mg Injection
Product introduction
Uniblastin 10mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication used in the treatment of breast cancer, kidney cancer, Hodgkin’s disease, and Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Uniblastin 10mg Injection is given as an injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased appetite. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections and fever. In some cases, it may also cause kidney disease related to uric acid level. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. You should take precautions while taking this medication as it may cause inflammation of mouth and lips and neurological toxicity.
Uses of Uniblastin Injection
Side effects of Uniblastin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Uniblastin
- Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
- High blood pressure
- General discomfort
- Bone pain
- Tumor pain
- Jaw pain
- Hair loss
- Constipation
How to use Uniblastin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Uniblastin Injection works
Uniblastin 10mg Injection blocks replication of genetic material (DNA) in the cancer cells. Thus it stops the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Uniblastin 10mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Uniblastin 10mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Uniblastin 10mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Uniblastin 10mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Uniblastin 10mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Uniblastin 10mg Injection is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Uniblastin 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Uniblastin 10mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Uniblastin 10mg Injection may not be advised in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Uniblastin 10mg Injection may not be advised in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Uniblastin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Uniblastin 10mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Uniblastin 10mg Injection is given as an IV infusion or injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count, platelet count, uric acid level and liver function.
- Inform your doctor if you experience a skin rash, swelling of face or lips and trouble breathing.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vinca alkaloids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Microtubule Dynamics Inhibitors- Vinka Alkaloids
Interaction with drugs
Taking Uniblastin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use is not recommended. Please consult with your doctor. Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Vinblastine.
Concurrent use may cause hairloss, drop in blood cell counts,
Concomitant use is not recommended. Please consult with your doctor. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Vinblastine.
Concurrent use may cause hairloss, drop in blood cell count
Do not consume Filgrastim from 24 hours before or 24 hours after taking Vinblastine. Vinblastine may reduce the efficacy of Filgrastim.
Concomitant use is not recommended. Please consult with your doctor. Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Vinblastine.
Concurrent use may cause hairloss, drop in blood cell counts,
Concomitant use is not recommended. Please consult with your doctor. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Vinblastine.
Concurrent use may cause hairloss, drop in blood cell count
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Uniblastin 10mg Injection a vesicant?
Uniblastin 10mg Injection is a vesicant (irritant) and can cause damage to the blood vessels if it is not administered properly.
How is Uniblastin 10mg Injection administered?
Uniblastin 10mg Injection is administered by intravenous route only.
Does Uniblastin 10mg Injection cause hair loss/infertility?
Yes, Uniblastin 10mg Injection may cause hair loss/infertility.
How does Uniblastin 10mg Injection prevent mitosis?
Uniblastin 10mg Injection prevents mitosis by inhibition of microtubule formation.
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- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Vinblastine. [Updated 2018 Dec 3]. [Accessed 19 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: United Biotech Pvt Ltd
Address: FC/B-1 (Extn.), Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate Mathura Road, New Delhi - 110 044
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Uniblastin 10mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Uniblastin 10mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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