Review the side-effects of Vincristine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Oncovin, Vincasar
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Vincristine
Vincristine(Oncovin) generic 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.Brand Names or Trade Names of Vincristine
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Oncovin, Vincasar
