Often used for:
Leukemia, Hodgkin lymphoma, lung cancer, solid tumors, brain tumors
What is vinorelbine?
Vinorelbine is an IV chemotherapy agent that can cause tissue damage if extravasated. It is usually used in combination therapy and requires careful monitoring.
Possible long-term effects
- Fertility problems
- Peripheral neuropathy
Possible side effects
- Low blood counts
- Fatigue or weakness
- Peripheral neuropathy (numbness or tingling)
- Hair loss
- Low platelets
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Weight loss
- Bone or joint pain
- Muscle pain or weakness
- Fever
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Skin irritation at the IV site
- Liver problems
- Mouth sores
- Change in taste
- Male fertility problems
- Not all patients experience these effects. Report all symptoms.
Tips for families
- Discuss instructions with the care team.
- Practice good hygiene and avoid sick contacts to reduce infection risk.
- Increase fluids, activity, and fiber to prevent constipation.
- Use anti-nausea medicines as prescribed.
- Take precautions to avoid injury because of low platelet counts.
- Use birth control during treatment and for 6 months afterward.
- Inform the doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Follow chemotherapy safety precautions to avoid exposure.
