Velban and Infections
Result of checking the interaction of drug Velban and disease Infections for safety when used together.
When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.
Consumer:The use of vinblastine is contraindicated in patients with known infectious diseases. Vinblastine can induce myelosuppression. All patients should be instructed to immediately report any signs or symptoms suggesting infection such as fever, sore throat, or local infection during therapy with vinblastine. Close clinical monitoring of hematopoietic function is recommended. Vinblastine should not be used in patients with neutrophil counts below 1000/mm3.
- "Product Information. Velban (vinblastine)." Lilly, Eli and Company, Indianapolis, IN.