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Vincristine Sulfate Injection, USP:

  • 1 mg/mL, 1 mL single-dose vial (SDV)
  • 1 mg/mL, 2 mL single-dose vial (SDV)

INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Vincristine sulfate injection is indicated in acute leukemia.

Vincristine sulfate injection 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.

WARNINGS

Caution — This preparation should be administered by individuals experienced in the administration of Vincristine Sulfate Injection, USP. It is extremely important that the intravenous needle or catheter be properly positioned before any vincristine is injected. Leakage into surrounding tissue during intravenous administration of Vincristine Sulfate Injection, USP may cause considerable irritation. If extravasation occurs, the injection should be discontinued immediately, and any remaining portion of the dose should then be introduced into another vein. Local injection of hyaluronidase and the application of moderate heat to the area of leakage help disperse the drug and are thought to minimize discomfort and the possibility of cellulitis.
FATAL IF GIVEN INTRATHECALLY. FOR INTRAVENOUS USE ONLY.
See WARNINGS section for the treatment of patients given intrathecal Vincristine Sulfate Injection, USP.

Please refer to full prescribing information.

Important Safety Information

Common adverse events include injection site reactions, alopecia, leukopenia, constipation, sensory loss, and paresthesia.