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Vincristine Sulfate Injection

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Vincristine Sulfate Injection

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Vincristine Sulfate Injection Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

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Vincristine Sulfate Injection Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

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Vincristine sulfate injection (vincristine sulfate) is indicated in acute leukemia.

Vincristine sulfate injection (vincristine sulfate) has also been shown to be useful in combination with other oncolytic agents in Hodgkin's disease, non-Hodgkin's malignant lymphomas (lymphocytic, mixed cell, histiocytic, undifferentiated, nodular and diffuse types), rhabdomyosarcoma, neuroblastoma, and Wilms' tumor.

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Vincristine Sulfate Injection Consumer Information: Uses

Vincristine is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a cancer chemotherapy drug that is usually used with other chemotherapy drugs to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

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This medication is given by injection only into a vein as directed by your doctor. It is given on a schedule usually at weekly intervals or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition, body size, and response to treatment. In small children, dosage is also based on weight.

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Vincristine Sulfate Injection - User Reviews

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