Vinorelbine Benefits & Uses

Vinorelbine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Vinorelbine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 30 mg/m² IV over 6-10 minutes
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 30 mg/m² IV over 6-10 minutes
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 30 mg/m² IV over 6-10 minutes

Vinorelbine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vinorelbine is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue
Weakness
Increased Liver Enzymes
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Dizziness
Vertigo
Inflammation of a vein

Mild

Rash
Loss of appetite

Vinorelbine Related Warnings

Is the use of Vinorelbine safe for pregnant women?

Vinorelbine should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Vinorelbine safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Vinorelbine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Vinorelbine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Vinorelbine on the Kidneys?

Vinorelbine is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vinorelbine on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Vinorelbine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vinorelbine on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Vinorelbine for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vinorelbine with Other Drugs

Vinorelbine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Vinorelbine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vinorelbine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Bleeding
Neutropenia
Liver Disease
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Constipation

Frequently asked Questions about Vinorelbine

Is this Vinorelbine habit forming or addictive?

Vinorelbine does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Vinorelbine since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Vinorelbine may have some adverse effects on the body.

Dangerous
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Vinorelbine for mental disorders.

No

Vinorelbine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vinorelbine

Taking Vinorelbine with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vinorelbine

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Vinorelbine with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Navelbine (vinorelbine tartrate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 865

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1271-1273

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