Vinrosa 1mg Injection contains Vincristine, an anti-cancer medicine used to treat various types of cancer. It is used to treat cancers of the blood (leukemia or lymphomas), breast, head and neck or lung. It may be used to treat multiple myeloma (a cancer of plasma cells), and it may also be used in the treatment of some cancers in children. It is also used in a blood disorder known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) after another medication has become unsuccessful in treating it.

FAQs

How does Vinrosa 1mg Injection work?

Vinrosa 1mg Injection contains Vincristine, which works by blocking DNA replication (genetic material) in the cancer cells. Hence, this stops the further growth and multiplication of the cancer cells.

Can Vinrosa 1mg Injection cause tissue damage?

Vinrosa 1mg Injection if not administered properly, and if it leaks from the vein, it may cause tissue damage. So, if you see any redness, pain, swelling, burning, skin sores or leaking of fluid from where the drug is going into your body, please tell your nurse.

What are the common side effects of Vinrosa 1mg Injection?

The most common side effects of Vinrosa 1mg Injection are hair loss, constipation, headache, peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), stomach cramps, feeling tired or weak, back, bone, joint or muscle pain, mouth irritation or mouth sores. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Is Vinrosa 1mg Injection a vesicant?

Vinrosa 1mg Injection is a vesicant (irritant) and can damage the tissues and blood vessels if it is not administered correctly, which can be fatal. So, it should be given by a trained professional in the hospital.

Is Vinrosa 1mg Injection cytotoxic?

Yes, Vinrosa 1mg Injection is a cytotoxic (toxic to living cells) medicine. So, it is advised to be very cautious while taking Vinrosa 1mg Injection.