Vincristine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Oncovin, Vincasar PFS, Vincrex
CategoryDescriptionVincristine (vin-KRIS-teen) belongs to the group of medicines known as
antineoplastic agents. It is used to treat some kinds of cancer as well as
some noncancerous conditions.
Vincristine interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually
destroyed. Since the growth of normal body cells may also be affected by vincristine,
other effects will also occur. Some of these may be serious and must be reported
to your doctor. Other effects, such as hair loss, may not be serious but may
cause concern. Some effects may not occur for months or years after the medicine
is used.
Before you begin treatment with vincristine, you and your doctor should
talk about the good this medicine will do as well as the risks of using it.
Vincristine is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision
of your doctor. It is available in the following dosage form:
Parenteral
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Injection (U.S. and Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- Oncovin
- Vincasar PFS
- Vincrex
In Canada -
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