What is Vinorelbine Tartrate? Uses, warnings & side effects

Missed dose: Injection routeThis medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor, home health caregiver, or treatment clinic for instructions.

Injection routeYou will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.

Drink plenty of fluids, eat meals rich in fiber, or use stool softeners (laxatives) to prevent constipation.

Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

Injection routeYou will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.

Drink plenty of fluids, eat meals rich in fiber, or use stool softeners (laxatives) to prevent constipation.

Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

Missed dose: Injection routeThis medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor, home health caregiver, or treatment clinic for instructions.

Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.

This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor, home health caregiver, or clinic for instructions.

This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to vinorelbine, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Injection routeThis medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for 6 months after the last dose. Male patients with female partners should use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for 3 months after the last dose.

Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 9 days after the last dose.

Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, lung disease, breathing problems, stomach or bowel problems, or brain or nerve problems.

This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver problemsStomach or bowel problems (including blockage, perforation), which may be life-threateningBrain or nerve problems, including neuropathyLung or breathing problems, including interstitial pneumonitis, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)

Injection routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

Talk with your doctor before receiving this medicine if you plan to have children. Some men who use this medicine have become infertile (unable to have children).

This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using other cancer medicines or medicines to treat infections.

Tell your doctor if you have ever been treated with radiation or other cancer drugs.

Your doctor will need to check your blood regularly while you are receiving this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.

This medicine lowers the number of some types of blood cells in your body. Because of this, you may bleed or get infections more easily. To help with these problems, avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Wash your hands often. Stay away from rough sports or other situations where you could be bruised, cut, or injured. Brush and floss your teeth gently. Be careful when using sharp objects, including razors and fingernail clippers.

Some of the side effects of this medicine may appear in between treatments or after you have stopped using this medicine.