Vincristine Medication Information

Get detailed information on Vincristine, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Vincristine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Vincristine

Pronunciation : vin-KRIS-teen

Trade Names/Brand Names of Vincristine

India :

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

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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.