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Vinbicel Injection Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

VINORELBINE-10MG

Uses:

Vinbicel Injection is used in the treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer. The detailed uses of Vinbicel Injection are as follows:<br/>• Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC): Vinbicel Injection is often used as a first-line or palliative treatment for non-small cell lung cancer, either alone or in combination with other agents.<br/>• Metastatic Breast Cancer: Vinbicel Injection is used to treat metastatic breast cancer especially in patients who have not responded to first-line chemotherapy.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Vinbicel Injection belongs to the group of medicines called vinca alkaloids used to treat locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer and advanced breast cancer that has not responded to other medicines. It may also be used to treat cancer of the oesophagus and soft tissue sarcoma (cancer that forms in the muscles). Vinbicel Injection contains Vinorelbine, which works by stopping the growth and multiplication of cancer cells. 

FAQs

Vinbicel Injection is used to treat Non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer.

Vinbicel Injection works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells in the body.

Use effective contraception and avoid fathering a child during treatment with Vinbicel Injection and four months after the end of the treatment. Discuss with the doctor about sperm conservation prior to treatment with Vinbicel Injection, as it may alter your fertility.

Vinbicel Injection may cause a severe decrease in white blood cells in the bone marrow. This might increase the risk of developing serious infections. Your doctor may advise regular tests to check the number of white blood cells in your body. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience fever, cough, congestion, sore throat or other signs of infection.

Vinbicel Injection may cause constipation. Consult your doctor if you experience constipation; the doctor may advise about changing your diet or using medicines to prevent/treat constipation.

Vinbicel Injection is a vesicant. It can cause injection site reactions and extravasation hazards. These can be reduced by shortening the infusion time and flushing with IV fluid.

Yes, Vinbicel Injection is effective in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer. However, its effectiveness may vary from person to person.

Generally, Vinbicel Injection is administered intravenously by a doctor with experience in using chemotherapy medications. Do not self-administer.

Vinbicel Injection may cause hair loss. If you experience hair loss while on treatment with Vinbicel Injection consult your doctor.

The common side effects of Vinbicel Injection may include nausea, vomiting, constipation, injection site reactions, bleeding gums, constipation, cough, and stomach pain or tenderness. Do not be reluctant to talk with your doctor if any side effects persist or worsen.