Navelbine

Brand name: Navelbine

Chemical name: Vinorelbine

Class: Vinca alkaloid chemotherapy. Vincristine is another vinca alkaloid.

How it works: Vinca alkaloids kill cancer cells by interfering with genes and stopping the cells from reproducing themselves.

Uses: Navelbine is used to treat advanced-stage breast cancer.

How it's given: Navelbine is given intravenously.

Additional information: Navelbine is made from the periwinkle plant.

Side effects:

• low white blood cell counts
• numbness and tingling in the hands and feet (neuropathy)
• nausea
• vomiting
• hair loss
• mouth sores
• hair changes
• diarrhea
• irregular periods -- this can include temporary cessation (usually resume after medication is completed) or permanent cessation of menstrual periods depending on your age and other factors