Vinorelbine Accord
Vinorelbine Accord is a medicine used to treat certain types of cancer, like non-small cell lung cancer and breast cancer, by stopping cancer cells from growing.
Form
infuusiokonsentraatti, liuosta varten
Strength
10 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Vinorelbine tartrate
Manufacturer
Accord Healthcare B.V.
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose for adults is 25-30 mg per square meter of body surface area.
Method
This medicine is given directly into a vein as an infusion, taking 6 to 10 minutes.
Important
Not specified as a daily maximum; this medicine is typically given once a week.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Nausea, vomiting, or constipation
- •Feeling tired, weak, pale, or short of breath (due to low red blood cells)
- •More likely to get infections (due to low white blood cells)
- •Hair loss, sores or inflammation in the mouth or throat
- •Pain in your joints or muscles
- •Diarrhea or fever
RARE
- •Difficulty with body movements or sense of touch
- •Dizziness or sudden hot flashes in the face/neck
- •Shortness of breath or wheezing
- •Serious blood infections (sepsis)
- •Heart problems, such as a heart attack or irregular heartbeat
- •Severe stomach or back pain (pancreatitis)
- •Skin rashes
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to vinorelbine or similar medicines (vinca alkaloids).
- Do not use if you are breastfeeding.
- Do not use if your white blood cell count is low or you have a serious infection.
- Do not use if your platelet count is low (risk of bleeding).
- Contact your doctor immediately if you have signs of infection, such as fever, chills, or cough.
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- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe chest pain or trouble breathing.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of a severe allergic reaction (e.g., widespread rash, swelling of face/lips, or severe dizziness).
- Contact your doctor immediately if you get severe constipation with stomach pain and haven't had a bowel movement for several days.