Results for tag: "Vinorelbine"

Vinorelbine is a chemotherapy drug used to treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It is a semi-synthetic vinca alkaloid derived from the Madagascar periwinkle plant. Vinorelbine is administered intravenously and works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells. It is typically used in combination with other drugs, such as cisplatin, to treat advanced NSCLC. Vinorelbine is also used to treat breast cancer and other types of cancer. Vinorelbine is a relatively new drug, having been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 1999. It is generally well-tolerated, with common side effects including nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and hair loss. The market for vinorelbine is highly competitive, with several major pharmaceutical companies producing the drug. These include Pfizer, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and Novartis. Other companies, such as Teva Pharmaceuticals and Mylan, also produce generic versions of the drug. Show Less Read more