Vinblastine Intravenous and Warfarin

• Generic Name: vinblastine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Velban

Vinblastine belongs to the group of medicines known as antineoplastic agents. It is used to treat certain kinds of cancer, including lymphoma and cancer of the breast or testicles, as well as some noncancerous conditions.

Vinblastine interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. Since the growth of normal body cells may also be affected by vinblastine, other effects will also occur. Some of these may be serious and must be reported to your doctor. Other effects, such as hair loss, may not be serious but may cause concern. Some effects do not occur until months or years after the medicine is used.

Before you begin treatment with vinblastine, you and your doctor should talk about the good vinblastine will do as well as the risks of using it.

Vinblastine is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: warfarin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Coumadin, Jantoven

Warfarin is an anticoagulant (blood thinner). Warfarin reduces the formation of blood clots.

Warfarin is used to treat or prevent blood clots in veins or arteries, which can reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other serious conditions.

Warfarin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.