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Vincristine Sulfate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: VINCRISTINE PCH

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

Price in UAE: AED 52.83

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Vincristine Sulfate

Class:| Vinca alkaloid, Antineoplastic agent Use:| Treatment of various types of cancer, including acute leukemia, Hodgkin's disease, non-Hodgkin's lymphomas, rhabdomyosarcoma, neuroblastoma, and Wilms' tumor Adult dose:| Typically 1.4 mg/m² IV once weekly; maximum single dose usually 2 mg Pediatric dose:| 1.5-2 mg/m² IV once weekly; dosing may vary based on specific protocol and patient condition Side effects:| Peripheral neuropathy, constipation, hair loss, nausea, vomiting, myelosuppr

Drug Class

| Vinca alkaloid, Antineoplastic agent

Uses & Indications

| Treatment of various types of cancer, including acute leukemia, Hodgkin's disease, non-Hodgkin's lymphomas, rhabdomyosarcoma, neuroblastoma, and Wilms' tumor

Storage Requirements

| Store at 2-8°C (36-46°F), protect from light, do not freeze, single use vial

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Pharmachemie, NETHERLANDS

Package Size

2ml Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 52.83

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

| Typically 1.4 mg/m² IV once weekly; maximum single dose usually 2 mg

Pediatric Dose

| 1.5-2 mg/m² IV once weekly; dosing may vary based on specific protocol and patient condition

Side Effects

| Peripheral neuropathy, constipation, hair loss, nausea, vomiting, myelosuppression, jaw pain, abdominal pain

Contraindications & Precautions

| Demyelinating form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth syndrome, intrathecal administration (fatal if given intrathecally), hypersensitivity to vincristine

Important Warnings

| Severe neurotoxicity possible, monitor for peripheral neuropathy, avoid intrathecal use (fatal), use caution in hepatic impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

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

VINCRISTINE PCH 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINCRISTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINCRISTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINCRISTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINCRISTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINCRISTINE SULPHATE 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection VINCRISTINE SULPHATE 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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