Vincristine Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Vincristine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Vincristine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Vincristine

Pronunciation : vin-KRIS-teen

Brand Names or Trade Names of Vincristine

India :

Biocristin | Vcr 1mg Injection 1ml | Alcrist | Vincristine Gls 1 mg Injection | Oncocristin-AQ

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International :

Oncovin, Vincasar

Why is Vincristine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a chemotherapy agent, prescribed for certain types of cancer such as leukemia, Hodgkin disease, and non-Hodgkin lymphomas. It slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in the body.

When should Vincristine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with demyelinating form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth syndrome (an inherited disorder of nerves).

What is the dosage of Vincristine?

Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 1.4-1.5 mg/m² once weekly. Max: 2 mg/week.

How should Vincristine 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 Vincristine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of infection, decrease in blood counts, blood problems due to chemotherapy, liver disease, muscle problems, nerve disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Vincristine?

Most Common - Hair loss.
Gastrointestinal - Constipation, abdominal cramps, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, mouth ulceration, diarrhea, intestinal necrosis and loss of appetite.
Genitourinary - Painful urination, bed-wetting and increased urination.
Heart - High/low blood pressure and heart attack.
Blood - Bone marrow depression.
Miscellaneous - Fever and headache.