Vinelbine 50 Injection Information

Vinelbine 50 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. The alternative uses of Vinelbine 50 Injection have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Vinelbine 50 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Vinelbine 50 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vinelbine 50 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Vinelbine 50 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vinelbine 50 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Vinelbine 50 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Vinelbine 50 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Vinelbine 50 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Vinelbine Benefits & Uses
Vinelbine Dosage & How to Take
Vinelbine Side Effects
Vinelbine Related Warnings
Vinelbine Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vinelbine
Vinelbine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vinelbine 50 Injection Benefits & Uses

Vinelbine 50 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Vinelbine 50 Injection 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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 30 mg/m² IV over 6-10 minutes
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 30 mg/m² IV over 6-10 minutes
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 30 mg/m² IV over 6-10 minutes

Vinelbine 50 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Vinelbine 50 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Vinelbine has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Vinelbine without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Vinelbine 50 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Vinelbine 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 Vinelbine 50 Injection on the Kidneys?

Vinelbine is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vinelbine 50 Injection on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Vinelbine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Vinelbine only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vinelbine 50 Injection on the Heart?

Vinelbine is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Vinelbine 50 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vinelbine 50 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Bleeding
Neutropenia
Liver Disease
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Constipation

Frequently asked Questions about Vinelbine 50 Injection

Is this Vinelbine 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Vinelbine 50 Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Vinelbine 50 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

No, Vinelbine 50 Injection is not completely safe as it has some side effects.

Dangerous
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Vinelbine 50 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Vinelbine 50 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vinelbine 50 Injection

Taking Vinelbine 50 Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vinelbine 50 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vinelbine 50 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Navelbine (vinorelbine tartrate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 865

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1271-1273

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