Vincristine

Uses

Side Effects

Uses

What is Vincristine for?

Vincristine is a chemotherapy drug used to treat certain types of cancer.

Side Effects

What are some common side effects of Vincristine?

Early side effects

Mild nausea, vomiting or appetite loss may occur
There are medications available, which may decrease these side effects. If you are given these medications, take them as directed.
Pain or skin damage similar to a burn may happen if the drug leaks outside the vein

Delayed side effects

Fatigue or muscle pain may be experienced
Temporary hair loss may occur 2 to 3 weeks after treatment
Mild constipation with abdominal cramping may occur within 2 weeks
Tingling or numbness in fingers and toes may occur after several treatments

Please seek medical attention if any of the following occurs:

Fever of 38°C or higher
Redness, swelling, pain or burning sensation at the injection site
Severe constipation not relieved by the use of laxatives
Double vision
Difficulty in walking

Disclaimers

Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.

This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System, and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity, and Watsons), and the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.