Vinblastine Benefits & Uses
Vinblastine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Breast CancerOther Benefits
Vinblastine Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Vinblastine Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vinblastine is used -
Moderate
- Photosensitivity
- Constipation
- Constipation
Common
Unknown
- Nausea or vomiting
- Decreased appetite
Vinblastine Related Warnings
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Is the use of Vinblastine safe for pregnant women?
Vinblastine should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Severe -
Is the use of Vinblastine safe during breastfeeding?
Vinblastine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Vinblastine on the Kidneys?
Vinblastine is completely safe for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Vinblastine on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Vinblastine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Vinblastine only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Vinblastine on the Heart?
Vinblastine is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Vinblastine with Other Drugs
Vinblastine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Vinblastine Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vinblastine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Anemia
- Bleeding
- Herpes
- Liver Disease
- Hyperkalemia
- Calcium Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Vinblastine
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Is this Vinblastine habit forming or addictive?
Vinblastine does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vinblastine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Vinblastine can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Vinblastine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vinblastine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Vinblastine Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Vinblastine
Taking Vinblastine with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Vinblastine
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vinblastine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 865
