Vinca Alkaloids Flashcards
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Indication of vinca Alkaloids
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Used for leukaemia, Lymphoma, breast and lung cancer
2
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Examples of vinca Alkaloids
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Vincristine, vinblastine, vindesine
3
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IV Route of administration only for which vinca Alkaloids
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Vinblastine, Vincristine, vindesine
4
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Give example of a semi synthetic vinca Alkaloids
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Vinorelbine
5
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What route of drug administration is contraindicated with vinca Alkaloids and why
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Inthrathecal route because it can cause severe neurotoxicity
6
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Side effect of Vincristine
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Bronchospasm and neurotoxicity
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