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Vincristine Sulfate Injection, USP:
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1 mg/mL, 1 mL single-dose vial (SDV)
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1 mg/mL, 2 mL single-dose vial (SDV)
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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.
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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.
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Please refer to full prescribing information.
Important Safety Information
Common adverse events include injection site reactions, alopecia, leukopenia, constipation, sensory loss, and paresthesia.
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