Vincristine
Information about Vincristine
Vincristine Uses
Vincristine is used in the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, kidney cancer, multiple myeloma, blood cancer, lymphomas and bone cancer.
How Vincristine works
Vincristine blocks replication of genetic material (DNA) in the cancer cells. Thus it stops the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.
Common side effects of Vincristine
Hair loss, Nerve pain, Neuromuscular disorders, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
Available Medicine for Vincristine
VinlonCelon Laboratories Ltd
₹601 variant(s)
Biocristin AQBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹491 variant(s)
CytocristinCipla Ltd
₹44 to ₹543 variant(s)
UnicristinUnited Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹551 variant(s)
BiocristinBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹521 variant(s)
OnvincNeon Laboratories Ltd
₹531 variant(s)
VincihalHalsted Pharma Private Limited
₹451 variant(s)
Vincristine GLSGLS Pharma Ltd.
₹521 variant(s)
Expert advice for Vincristine
- Vincristine is given as a drip in the 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 and liver function.
- Inform your doctor if you experience skin rash, swelling of face or lips and trouble breathing.