Information about Vinorelbine Tartrate
Generic Name : Vinorelbine TartrateUp-to-date prescription details regarding Vinorelbine Tartrate are provided here.
Pronunciation : vin OR el been
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Vinorelbine Tartrate, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Trade Names/Brand Names of Vinorelbine Tartrate
International :
Navelbine
Why is Vinorelbine Tartrate Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an anti-cancer agent, prescribed for non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and Hodgkin's disease. It slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in the body.When should Vinorelbine Tartrate not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with pretreatment granulocyte counts < 1,000 cells/mm3>.What is the dosage of Vinorelbine Tartrate?
IV- The usual initial dose is 30 mg/m2 administered weekly.How should Vinorelbine Tartrate be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Vinorelbine Tartrate?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, bone marrow suppression, nerve disorder, have received radiation therapy, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others.
• Avoid live vaccination during the treatment period.
• Avoid exposure to sunlight.
• Drink adequate fluid every 24 hours, and prevent dehydration.
What are the side effects of Vinorelbine Tartrate?
General - Weakness, injection site reactions, injection site pain, vein inflammation.Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea.
Miscellaneous - Difficulty in breathing, hair loss.
