Vinblastine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Velban, Velbe
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with their needed effects, medicines like vinblastine can sometimes
cause unwanted effects such as blood problems, loss of hair, and other side
effects. These and other effects are described below. Also, because of the
way these medicines act on the body, there is a chance that they might cause
other unwanted effects that may not occur until months or years after the
medicine is used. These delayed effects may include certain types of cancer,
such as leukemia. Discuss these possible effects with your doctor.
Although not all of these side effects may
occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your health care professional as
soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention.
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the
medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about
ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health
care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome
or if you have any questions about them:
This medicine often causes
a temporary loss of hair. After treatment with vinblastine has ended, or sometimes
even during treatment, normal hair growth should return.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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