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VINORELBINE-50MG
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Other Info - ZOR0134

FAQs

Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells in the body.
Use effective contraception and avoid fathering a child during treatment with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml and four months after the end of the treatment. Discuss with the doctor about sperm conservation prior to treatment with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml, as it may alter your fertility.
Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml may cause a severe decrease in white blood cells in the bone marrow. This might increase the risk of developing serious infections. Your doctor may advise regular tests to check the number of white blood cells in your body. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience fever, cough, congestion, sore throat or other signs of infection.
Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml may cause constipation. Consult your doctor if you experience constipation; the doctor may advise about changing your diet or using medicines to prevent/treat constipation.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known if alcohol affects Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Do not use Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. Consult the doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Do not take Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml if you are breastfeeding. Breastfeeding must be discontinued if treatment with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml is necessary.

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Driving

Caution

In a few people, Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml may cause dizziness or lightheadedness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have a history of kidney diseases, inform your doctor before receiving Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml.

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Children

Unsafe

Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

About Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml

Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml belongs to the group of medicines called vinca alkaloids used alone or in combination with other anti-cancer medicines to treat non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to other body parts and advanced breast cancer that has not responded to other medicines. 
 
Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml contains Vinorelbine, which works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells in the body.
 
In some cases, Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, injection site reactions, and a decrease in white and red blood cells. Do not be reluctant to talk with your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Do not use Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or think you may be pregnant. Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml is not recommended for children below 18 years. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml

Non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer.

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Medicinal Benefits

Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml belongs to the group of medicines called vinca alkaloids used to treat locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer and advanced breast cancer that has not responded to other medicines. It may also be used to treat cancer of the oesophagus and soft tissue sarcoma (cancer that forms in the muscles). Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml contains Vinorelbine, which works by stopping the growth and multiplication of cancer cells. 

Directions for Use

Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml will be administered by a doctor with experience in the use of chemotherapy medications.

Side Effects of Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Injection site reactions like redness, burning pain, inflammation of veins, or vein discolouration
  • A decrease in red or white blood cells
  • Weakness of lower extremities
  • Liver disorders (abnormal liver tests)

Drug Warnings

Do not use Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have low white blood cell count, have/had a severe infection within two weeks, have thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), or if you have taken or plan to receive yellow fever vaccination. Inform the doctor if you have a history of heart attack, severe chest pain, liver problems, and signs or symptoms of infection. Consult the doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms of pulmonary embolism (chest pain, breathlessness, and fainting), posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (headaches, changed mental state which may lead to confusion and coma, convulsions, blurred vision and high blood pressure), infection (cough, fever, and chills), severe constipation with abdominal pain, acute respiratory distress syndrome (difficulty breathing), severe reduced blood pressure (severe dizziness and lightheadedness when you stand up), severe chest pain, or allergic reactions (dizziness, rash, swelling of the eyelids, face, lips or throat).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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VinorelbineInfliximab
Severe
VinorelbineEtanercept
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • CICLOSPORIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Your doctor may advise regular blood tests before and during treatment with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml to check if it is safe for you to receive the treatment.
  • Inform the doctor if you are due to take any vaccinations, as many vaccines (live attenuated vaccines) are not recommended during treatment with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml.
  • Women of childbearing potential must use effective contraception during treatment and for seven months after the end of the treatment.
  • If you are a man being treated with Zorelbin 50Mg Inj 5Ml, discuss with the doctor about sperm conservation. Men are advised to use effective contraception during treatment and for four months after the end of the treatment. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Include vegetables and fruits in your diet.
  • Avoid fast, fried, processed meats, refined carbs, and added sugar.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Drink enough water and eat fibre-rich foods like spinach, lettuce, squashes, broccoli, nuts, seeds, beans, whole wheat pasta, whole wheat bread, brown rice and fruits.