Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine)

Description

Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine) is an anticancer agent. It is typically used to treat certain types of lung cancer and breast cancer. It may also have other uses.

Additional information

Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine)'s dosage depends on the condition being treated. Your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a schedule that is more appropriate for you. Your doctor or nurse will administer Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine) to you in a hospital or clinical setting.
WARNING: This medication can reduce the number of platelet cells in the blood. Platelets help the blood to clot, and a shortage could make you bleed more easily. Tell your doctor of any signs that your blood is not clotting as quickly as usual. Such symptoms may include black and tarry stools, blood in the urine, easy bruising, or cuts that won't stop bleeding. Vinorelbine should be administered with caution if you have liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have or have had a history of liver disease.
In addition to its desired action, Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine) may cause some side effects, notably:
It may cause alopecia (hair loss), anemia (a condition in which you lack enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body's tissues).
It may cause nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea.
It may cause liver enzyme elevation, dyspnea (shortness of breath), chest pain, pain at injection site.
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to vinorelbine or any component of the formulation.
Taking Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor.
A treatment with Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Vinorelbine (Vinorelbine)

Warning

Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.