Navelbine 50 Injection Information

Navelbine 50 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Other than this, Navelbine 50 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Navelbine 50 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Navelbine 50 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Navelbine 50 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Navelbine 50 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Navelbine 50 Injection related warnings talks about Navelbine 50 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Navelbine 50 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Navelbine 50 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Navelbine 50 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Navelbine 50 Injection Benefits & Uses

Navelbine 50 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Navelbine 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

Navelbine 50 Injection Related Warnings

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

Navelbine can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

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

Navelbine 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 Navelbine 50 Injection on the Kidneys?

Navelbine does not damage the kidneys.

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

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Navelbine. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

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

There are no any side effects of Navelbine for the heart.

Safe

Navelbine 50 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Navelbine 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 Navelbine 50 Injection

Is this Navelbine 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Navelbine 50 Injection is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Navelbine 50 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Navelbine 50 Injection may have some adverse effects on the body.

Dangerous
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

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

No

Navelbine 50 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Navelbine 50 Injection

Taking Navelbine 50 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Navelbine 50 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Navelbine 50 Injection with alcohol.

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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