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Vinblastine Sulfate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: VINBLASTINE SULPHATE

Strength: 1 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 236.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Vinblastine Sulfate

Class: | Vinca alkaloid, Antineoplastic agent Use: | Treatment of various types of cancer, including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and other malignancies Adult dose: | Typically, 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg IV once every week or every other week, depending on the specific cancer type and treatment protocol Pediatric dose: | 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg IV once every week or every other week; dosing may vary based on the type of cancer and clinical protocol Side effects: | Comm

Drug Class

Vinca alkaloid, Antineoplastic agent

Uses & Indications

Treatment of various types of cancer, including Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, testicular cancer, and other malignancies

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: David Bull Laboratories, AUSTRALIA

Package Size

10ml Vial x 5

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 236.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Typically, 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg IV once every week or every other week, depending on the specific cancer type and treatment protocol

Pediatric Dose

0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg IV once every week or every other week; dosing may vary based on the type of cancer and clinical protocol

Side Effects

Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, constipation, hair loss, peripheral neuropathy, and myelosuppression (bone marrow suppression)

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to vinblastine or any component of the formulation; pregnancy and breastfeeding; severe bone marrow suppression

Important Warnings

May cause severe myelosuppression; monitor blood counts regularly; caution in patients with liver impairment; potential for extravasation injury if administered improperly; contraindicated in patients with active infections or significant renal impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Vinblastine Sulfate available in UAE pharmacies:

VELBASTINE 10 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Infusion VINBLASTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Injection VINBLASTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Injection VINBLASTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINBLASTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINBLASTINE SULPHATE USP 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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