Vinotec Benefits & Uses

Vinotec is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ovarian Cancer
Small Cell Lung Cancer

Vinotec 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

Vinotec Related Warnings

Is the use of Vinotec safe for pregnant women?

Vinotec can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Vinotec safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Vinotec. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Vinotec on the Kidneys?

Using Vinotec does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vinotec on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Vinotec. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vinotec on the Heart?

Vinotec is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vinotec with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Vinotec Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Vinotec

Is this Vinotec habit forming or addictive?

Vinotec does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Vinotec since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

No, Vinotec is not completely safe as it has some side effects.

Dangerous
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Vinotec cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Vinotec Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vinotec

Taking Vinotec with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vinotec

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vinotec and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

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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