Vincristine GLS 1 Injection

Short Description

Vincristine GLS 1 Injection is an anti-cancer medication used to treat various types of cancer, including breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, kidney cancer, blood cancer, multiple myeloma, lymphomas, and bone cancer.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Vincristine GLS 1 Injection is given as an injection into the vein under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Side Effects

hair loss peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hands) constipation reduced blood cell count (white blood cells) increasing susceptibility to infections and fever kidney disease related to uric acid level

Breastfeeding Warning

This medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy.

Vincristine GLS 1 Injection blocks replication of genetic material (DNA) in the cancer cells, thus stopping the growth and multiplication of cancer cells.

Given as a drip in the vein under the supervision of a doctor Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count, platelet count, and liver function Inform your doctor if you experience skin rash, swelling of face or lips, and trouble breathing